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Basil, fresh

Per 100 g edible portion
Herbs & Spices
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Basil is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Potassium, reaches only 15% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus56 mg6%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium295 mg15%
Low

About this food

Basil is a common member of Herbs & Spices. Herbs and spices are used in small amounts, so their mineral impact is minor. Dried, concentrated forms (like powders) do carry more potassium - use sparingly. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (15%), how much Basil fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein3.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate25 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Dried spice powders are concentrated - use small amounts.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Basil safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Basil falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Potassium (15%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Basil rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 295 mg, 15% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Basil is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Basil?

On a per-100 g basis, Basil contains Potassium 295 mg, or 15% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Basil safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Basil falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 295 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Basil compare to other herbs & spices foods?

Measured against other Herbs & Spices foods, Basil is less in Potassium (295 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.