ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Beans lands in the Moderate band: Sodium is the highest at 19%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus108 mg11%
Low
Sodium384 mg19%
Moderate
Potassium308 mg15%
Moderate
About this food
For Legumes & Nuts, Beans is a typical example. Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest.
Nutrient insight
From the sodium angle (19%), Beans must fit inside your daily sodium budget.
Other nutrients
Protein6 gNot part of rating
Fiber6.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beans falls in the Moderate tier, with Sodium (19%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.
Why is Beans rated Moderate?
The deciding factor is Sodium: 384 mg, 19% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Beans is rated Moderate.
How much Sodium is in Beans?
Per 100 g, Beans provides Sodium 384 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (19%).
Is Beans safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Beans exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 308 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Beans compare to other legumes & nuts foods?
Within Legumes & Nuts, Beans ranks more on Sodium (384 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.