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Beets, harvard, canned, solids and liquids

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Beets falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (8%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus17 mg2%
Low
Sodium162 mg8%
Low
Potassium164 mg8%
Low

About this food

About Beets: 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. As a Vegetables item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Potassium at 8% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein0.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beets is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 8% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Beets rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beets's Potassium is highest (164 mg, 8% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Beets?

Per 100 g, Beets provides Potassium 164 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (8%).

Is Beets safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Beets falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 164 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 (164 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.