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Beet greens, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beet greens is rated Higher risk - Potassium exceeds 45% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus41 mg4%
Low
Sodium241 mg12%
Low
Potassium909 mg45%
High

About this food

Beet greens 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 (45%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Beet greens.

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

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 Beet greens safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beet greens falls in the Higher risk tier, with Potassium (45%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Beet greens rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 909 mg, 45% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Beet greens is rated Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Beet greens?

Data: 100 g of Beet greens has Potassium 909 mg (45% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Beet greens safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Beet greens exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 909 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Beet greens compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Beet greens carries more Potassium at 909 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.