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Butterbur, canned

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyButterbur is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (<1%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus4 mg<1%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium12 mg<1%
Low

About this food

Butterbur sits in the Vegetables group. 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 (<1%), how much Butterbur fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein0.1 gNot part of rating
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
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 Butterbur safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Butterbur is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at <1% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Butterbur rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Butterbur's Potassium is highest (12 mg, <1% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Butterbur?

On a per-100 g basis, Butterbur contains Potassium 12 mg, or <1% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Butterbur safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Butterbur falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 12 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Butterbur compare to other vegetables foods?

Measured against other Vegetables foods, Butterbur is less in Potassium (12 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.