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Burdock root, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateBurdock root receives a Moderate rating. Potassium leads the three minerals at 18% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus93 mg9%
Low
Sodium240 mg12%
Low
Potassium360 mg18%
Moderate

About this food

In a CKD diet, Vegetables deserve attention: Burdock root - 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

From the potassium angle (18%), how much Burdock root fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein2.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine5.1 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 Burdock root safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Burdock root is rated Moderate - Potassium is the highest contributor at 18% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Burdock root rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Burdock root's Potassium is highest (360 mg, 18% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Potassium is in Burdock root?

On a per-100 g basis, Burdock root contains Potassium 360 mg, or 18% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Burdock root safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Burdock root exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 360 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Burdock root compare to other vegetables foods?

Measured against other Vegetables foods, Burdock root is more in Potassium (360 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.