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Beets, cooked, boiled, drained

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Beets lands in the Moderate band: Potassium is the highest at 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus38 mg4%
Low
Sodium77 mg4%
Low
Potassium305 mg15%
Moderate

About this food

For Vegetables, Beets is a typical example. 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 15% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein1.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)8 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 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 Beets safe for kidney disease?

Beets scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (15% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Beets rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (305 mg, 15%) is the most prominent of Beets's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Beets?

Per 100 g, Beets provides Potassium 305 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (15%).

Is Beets safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Beets exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 305 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Beets compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Beets ranks less on Potassium (305 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.