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Asparagus, frozen, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyAsparagus scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Sodium leads at 12% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus49 mg5%
Low
Sodium240 mg12%
Low
Potassium172 mg9%
Low

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Asparagus is worth a closer look - 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.

Nutrient insight

Asparagus's sodium is 12% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein3 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 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

A handy approach - 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Asparagus is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest contributor at 12% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Asparagus rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Asparagus's Sodium is highest (240 mg, 12% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Sodium is in Asparagus?

Data: 100 g of Asparagus has Sodium 240 mg (12% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Asparagus safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Asparagus falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 172 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Asparagus compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Asparagus carries more Sodium at 240 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.