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Broccoli, frozen, chopped, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Broccoli is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest at 13% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus49 mg5%
Low
Sodium260 mg13%
Low
Potassium142 mg7%
Low

About this food

Broccoli 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

Broccoli's sodium is the top contributor (13% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein3.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine60.9 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate9 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: 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 Broccoli safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Broccoli is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (13%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Broccoli rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Broccoli's three minerals, Sodium is highest (260 mg, 13%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Broccoli?

Per 100 g, Broccoli contains Sodium 260 mg, which is 13% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Broccoli safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Broccoli falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 142 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Broccoli compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Broccoli has more Sodium - 260 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.