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Cherries, sweet, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyCherries receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest at 11%, yet stays under the 15% line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus21 mg2%
Low
Sodium0 mg<1%
Low
Potassium222 mg11%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Fruits deserve attention: Cherries - 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

From the potassium angle (11%), how much Cherries fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein1.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)12.8 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate3 mgLow oxalateNot rated · exact match
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 (11%) 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 222 mg, 11% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Potassium is in Cherries?

On a per-100 g basis, Cherries contains Potassium 222 mg, or 11% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Cherries safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Cherries falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 222 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Cherries compare to other fruits foods?

Measured against other Fruits foods, Cherries is less in Potassium (222 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.