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Celery, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Celery's Moderate rating is led by Sodium (16%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus25 mg2%
Low
Sodium327 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium284 mg14%
Low

About this food

Celery (Vegetables). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 16%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein0.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.4 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine5 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate37.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Celery safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Celery is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (16%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Celery rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Celery's three minerals, Sodium is highest (327 mg, 16%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Celery?

In every 100 g of Celery, Sodium is about 327 mg - roughly 16% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Celery safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Celery falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 284 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Celery compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Celery shows more Sodium (327 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.