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Beans, black turtle, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
ModerateBeans's standout mineral is Potassium (22% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus152 mg15%
Moderate
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium433 mg22%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Legumes & Nuts: Beans is worth a closer look - 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

The most striking number here is potassium (22%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Beans.

Other nutrients

Protein8.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber8.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine48.5 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate11 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beans safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Beans is Moderate - Potassium (22%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Beans rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Beans's Potassium is 433 mg, 22% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Potassium is in Beans?

Data: 100 g of Beans has Potassium 433 mg (22% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Beans exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 433 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Beans compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Next to other Legumes & Nuts options, Beans carries less Potassium at 433 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.