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Cherries, sweet, canned, water pack, solids and liquids

Per 100 g edible portion
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Kidney-friendlyCherries scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Potassium leads at 7% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus15 mg2%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium131 mg7%
Low

About this food

How to think about Fruits: Cherries is worth a closer look - 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 7% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein0.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)10.3 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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Cherries is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Potassium at 7% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Cherries rated Kidney-friendly?

Cherries is rated Kidney-friendly because Potassium is 7% of its limit (131 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Potassium is in Cherries?

Per 100 g, Cherries provides Potassium 131 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (7%).

Is Cherries safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Cherries falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 131 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 (131 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.