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Blueberries, wild, canned, heavy syrup, drained

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyBlueberries scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Potassium leads at 2% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus14 mg1%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium46 mg2%
Low

About this food

How to think about Fruits: Blueberries is worth a closer look - Potassium levels vary widely across fruits - apples and berries are low-potassium, kidney-friendly picks, while bananas and avocados are high and need portion control. The natural sugar in fruit is usually not the issue; potassium is.

Nutrient insight

Blueberries's potassium is the top contributor (2% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein0.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)19.3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate9.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blueberries safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Blueberries falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Potassium (2%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Blueberries rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 46 mg, 2% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Blueberries is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Blueberries?

Per 100 g, Blueberries contains Potassium 46 mg, which is 2% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Blueberries safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Blueberries falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 46 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Blueberries compare to other fruits foods?

Compared with the typical Fruits food, Blueberries has less Potassium - 46 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.