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Beans, snap, green, frozen, cooked, boiled, drained without salt

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 8% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus29 mg3%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium159 mg8%
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

The most striking number here is potassium (8%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Beans.

Other nutrients

Protein1.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.9 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 handy approach - 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 is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 8% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Beans rated Kidney-friendly?

Beans's Potassium content (159 mg) equals 8% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Beans?

Data: 100 g of Beans has Potassium 159 mg (8% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Beans falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 159 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Beans compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Beans carries less Potassium at 159 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.