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Beans, navy, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beans is rated Moderate - Potassium is the top contributor at 16% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus103 mg10%
Low
Sodium14 mg<1%
Low
Potassium317 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

Beans belongs to the Vegetables category. Vegetables are a key source of fiber and vitamins and are beneficial in CKD. Some are high in potassium, but slicing, boiling and discarding the water can remove about 30-50% of the potassium - a practical step.

Nutrient insight

Potassium at 16% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein7.1 gNot part of rating
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 common practice is: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beans safe for kidney disease?

Beans scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (16% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Beans rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (317 mg, 16%) 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 317 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (16%).

Is Beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Beans exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 317 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Beans compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Beans ranks less on Potassium (317 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.