Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beans is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 13% of its limit, still well below 15%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus106 mg11%
Low
Sodium117 mg6%
Low
Potassium260 mg13%
Low
About this food
Beans belongs to the Legumes & Nuts category. 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
Potassium at 13% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.
Other nutrients
Protein5.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber5.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Beans scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (13% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.
Why is Beans rated Kidney-friendly?
The reason: Potassium (260 mg, 13%) is the most prominent of Beans's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.
How much Potassium is in Beans?
Per 100 g, Beans provides Potassium 260 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (13%).
Is Beans safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Beans falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 260 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 (260 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.