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Cardoon, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateCardoon's standout mineral is Potassium (20% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus23 mg2%
Low
Sodium170 mg8%
Low
Potassium400 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Cardoon is worth a closer look - 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

Cardoon's potassium is the top contributor (20% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein0.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

Practical tip: 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 Cardoon safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Cardoon is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (20%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Cardoon rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Cardoon's three minerals, Potassium is highest (400 mg, 20%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Cardoon?

Per 100 g, Cardoon contains Potassium 400 mg, which is 20% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Cardoon safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Cardoon exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 400 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Cardoon compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Cardoon has more Potassium - 400 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.