Beans, french, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, with salt
Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Beans falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Potassium (18%). Enjoy in moderation.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus102 mg10%
Low
Sodium242 mg12%
Low
Potassium370 mg18%
Moderate
About this food
About Beans: 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. As a Legumes & Nuts item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.
Nutrient insight
Potassium at 18% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.
Other nutrients
Protein7 gNot part of rating
Fiber9.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Beans scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (18% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.
Why is Beans rated Moderate?
The reason: Potassium (370 mg, 18%) is the most prominent of Beans's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.
How much Potassium is in Beans?
Per 100 g, Beans provides Potassium 370 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (18%).
Is Beans safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Beans exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 370 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 less on Potassium (370 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.