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Beans, pinto, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Beans falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Potassium (22%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus147 mg15%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium436 mg22%
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

Beans's potassium is the top contributor (22% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein9 gNot part of rating
Fiber9 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

Practical tip: 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 436 mg, 22% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Potassium is in Beans?

Per 100 g, Beans contains Potassium 436 mg, which is 22% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Beans exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 436 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Beans compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Compared with the typical Legumes & Nuts food, Beans has less Potassium - 436 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.