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Baobab powder

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Baobab powder is rated Higher risk - Potassium exceeds 109% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus47 mg5%
Low
Sodium10 mg<1%
Low
Potassium2189 mg109%
High

About this food

Baobab powder belongs to the Fruits category. 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 (109%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Baobab powder.

Other nutrients

Protein3.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber44.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

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 Baobab powder safe for kidney disease?

Baobab powder scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (109% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Baobab powder rated Higher risk?

The reason: Potassium (2189 mg, 109%) is the most prominent of Baobab powder's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Baobab powder?

Data: 100 g of Baobab powder has Potassium 2189 mg (109% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Baobab powder safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Baobab powder exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 2189 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Baobab powder compare to other fruits foods?

Next to other Fruits options, Baobab powder carries more Potassium at 2189 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.