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Bananas, dehydrated, or banana powder

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Higher riskBananas's Potassium reaches 75% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus74 mg7%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium1491 mg75%
High

About this food

How to think about Fruits: Bananas is worth a closer look - Potassium levels vary widely across fruits - apples and berries are low-potassium, kidney-friendly picks, while bananas and avocados are high and need portion control. The natural sugar in fruit is usually not the issue; potassium is.

Nutrient insight

The most striking number here is potassium (75%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Bananas.

Other nutrients

Protein3.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber9.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)47.3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine3 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bananas safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Bananas is Higher risk. Main consideration: Potassium at 75% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Bananas rated Higher risk?

Bananas is rated Higher risk because Potassium is 75% of its limit (1491 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Potassium is in Bananas?

Data: 100 g of Bananas has Potassium 1491 mg (75% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Bananas safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Bananas exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 1491 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Bananas compare to other fruits foods?

Next to other Fruits options, Bananas carries more Potassium at 1491 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.