Kidney-friendlyCeleriac is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (9%), all below 15% of limits.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus66 mg7%
Low
Sodium61 mg3%
Low
Potassium173 mg9%
Low
About this food
Celeriac 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
Potassium is the highest of the three at 9%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.
Other nutrients
Protein1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
How to eat it more safely: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.
Celeriac scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (9% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.
Why is Celeriac rated Kidney-friendly?
The reason: Potassium (173 mg, 9%) is the most prominent of Celeriac's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.
How much Potassium is in Celeriac?
In every 100 g of Celeriac, Potassium is about 173 mg - roughly 9% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).
Is Celeriac safe on a low-potassium diet?
For people watching potassium, Celeriac falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 173 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How does Celeriac compare to other vegetables foods?
Against the Vegetables average, Celeriac shows less Potassium (173 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.