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Asparagus, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Asparagus is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Sodium, reaches only 12% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus54 mg5%
Low
Sodium240 mg12%
Low
Potassium224 mg11%
Low

About this food

Asparagus is a common member of Vegetables. Vegetables are a key source of fiber and vitamins and are beneficial in CKD. Some are high in potassium, but slicing, boiling and discarding the water can remove about 30-50% of the potassium - a practical step. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Sodium at 12% stands out. For patients with high blood pressure or swelling, foods like this need extra caution.

Other nutrients

Protein2.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine32.9 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate6 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

If you are managing mineral intake: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Asparagus safe for kidney disease?

Asparagus scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (12% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Asparagus rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Sodium (240 mg, 12%) is the most prominent of Asparagus's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Asparagus?

Asparagus's Sodium content is 240 mg per 100 g - 12% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Asparagus safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Asparagus falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 224 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Asparagus compare to other vegetables foods?

How does Asparagus compare within Vegetables? Its Sodium (240 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.