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Cherries, sour, red, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyCherries is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (9%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus15 mg2%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium173 mg9%
Low

About this food

Cherries sits in the Fruits group. 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 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
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)8.5 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

How to eat it more safely: 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?

Cherries scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (9% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Cherries rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (173 mg, 9%) is the most prominent of Cherries's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Cherries?

In every 100 g of Cherries, Potassium is about 173 mg - roughly 9% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Cherries safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Cherries falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 173 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Cherries compare to other fruits foods?

Against the Fruits average, Cherries shows less Potassium (173 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.