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Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskBalsam-pear (bitter gourd) is rated Higher risk. Potassium is 30% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus99 mg10%
Low
Sodium11 mg<1%
Low
Potassium608 mg30%
High

About this food

Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) sits in the Vegetables group. 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

From the potassium angle (30%), how much Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein5.3 gNot part of rating
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) is Higher risk. Main consideration: Potassium at 30% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) rated Higher risk?

Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) is rated Higher risk because Potassium is 30% of its limit (608 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Potassium is in Balsam-pear (bitter gourd)?

On a per-100 g basis, Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) contains Potassium 608 mg, or 30% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 608 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) compare to other vegetables foods?

Measured against other Vegetables foods, Balsam-pear (bitter gourd) is more in Potassium (608 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.