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Cabbage, mustard, salted

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cabbage is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 36% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus27 mg3%
Low
Sodium717 mg36%
High
Potassium246 mg12%
Low

About this food

Cabbage 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

Cabbage's sodium is 36% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein1.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.4 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine3.2 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate4.5 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cabbage safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Cabbage is Higher risk. Main consideration: Sodium at 36% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Cabbage rated Higher risk?

Cabbage is rated Higher risk because Sodium is 36% of its limit (717 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Cabbage?

Data: 100 g of Cabbage has Sodium 717 mg (36% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Cabbage safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Cabbage falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 246 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Cabbage compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Cabbage carries more Sodium at 717 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.