Kidney-friendlyCauliflower is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (15%), all below 15% of limits.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus44 mg4%
Low
Sodium30 mg2%
Low
Potassium299 mg15%
Low
About this food
Cauliflower 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
Cauliflower's potassium reaches 15% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.
Other nutrients
Protein1.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
If you are managing mineral intake: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.
Cauliflower scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (15% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.
Why is Cauliflower rated Kidney-friendly?
The reason: Potassium (299 mg, 15%) is the most prominent of Cauliflower's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.
How much Potassium is in Cauliflower?
Cauliflower's Potassium content is 299 mg per 100 g - 15% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.
Is Cauliflower safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Cauliflower falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 299 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Cauliflower compare to other vegetables foods?
How does Cauliflower compare within Vegetables? Its Potassium (299 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.