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Cabbage, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Cabbage falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (8%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus26 mg3%
Low
Sodium18 mg<1%
Low
Potassium170 mg8%
Low

About this food

About Cabbage: 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. As a Vegetables item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

The most striking number here is potassium (8%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Cabbage.

Other nutrients

Protein1.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.2 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cabbage is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 8% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Cabbage rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Cabbage's Potassium is highest (170 mg, 8% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Cabbage?

Data: 100 g of Cabbage has Potassium 170 mg (8% 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 170 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 less Potassium at 170 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.