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Beet greens, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskBeet greens is rated Higher risk. Potassium is 45% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus41 mg4%
Low
Sodium477 mg24%
Moderate
Potassium909 mg45%
High

About this food

Beet greens 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

Potassium is the highest of the three at 45%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein2.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.6 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate527 mgHigh 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 Beet greens safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Beet greens is Higher risk. Main consideration: Potassium at 45% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Beet greens rated Higher risk?

Beet greens is rated Higher risk because Potassium is 45% of its limit (909 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Potassium is in Beet greens?

In every 100 g of Beet greens, Potassium is about 909 mg - roughly 45% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Beet greens safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Beet greens exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 909 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Beet greens compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Beet greens shows more Potassium (909 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.