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Cherries, sour, red, canned, heavy syrup pack, solids and liquids

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cherries is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 5% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus10 mg1%
Low
Sodium7 mg<1%
Low
Potassium93 mg5%
Low

About this food

Cherries belongs to the Fruits category. Potassium levels vary widely across fruits - apples and berries are low-potassium, kidney-friendly picks, while bananas and avocados are high and need portion control. The natural sugar in fruit is usually not the issue; potassium is.

Nutrient insight

Potassium at 5% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein0.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)22.2 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate4 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A common practice is: For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cherries safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Cherries is Kidney-friendly - Potassium (5%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Cherries rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Cherries's Potassium is 93 mg, 5% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Potassium is in Cherries?

Per 100 g, Cherries provides Potassium 93 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (5%).

Is Cherries safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Cherries falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 93 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Cherries compare to other fruits foods?

Within Fruits, Cherries ranks less on Potassium (93 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.