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Beans, snap, green, canned, no salt added, drained solids

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beans is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 5% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus20 mg2%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium96 mg5%
Low

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 5% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein1.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.8 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

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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beans falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Potassium (5%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Beans rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 96 mg, 5% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Beans is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Beans?

Per 100 g, Beans provides Potassium 96 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (5%).

Is Beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Beans falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 96 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 (96 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.