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Beans, snap, canned, all styles, seasoned, solids and liquids

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateBeans is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Sodium is highest at 19% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus16 mg2%
Low
Sodium373 mg19%
Moderate
Potassium93 mg5%
Low

About this food

Beans sits in the Vegetables group. 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

Sodium leads at 19%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein0.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

How to eat it more safely: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beans falls in the Moderate tier, with Sodium (19%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Beans rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 373 mg, 19% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Beans is rated Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Beans?

In every 100 g of Beans, Sodium is about 373 mg - roughly 19% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Beans falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 93 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Beans compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Beans shows more Sodium (373 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.