Broccoli, frozen, spears, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
Per 100 g edible portion
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus55 mg6%Low
Sodium260 mg13%Low
Potassium180 mg9%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 13% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.
Other nutrients
Protein3.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.4 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
A handy approach - Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.