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Chicory greens, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Chicory greens lands in the Moderate band: Potassium is the highest at 21%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus47 mg5%
Low
Sodium45 mg2%
Low
Potassium420 mg21%
Moderate

About this food

For Vegetables, Chicory greens is a typical example. 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.

Nutrient insight

The most striking number here is potassium (21%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Chicory greens.

Other nutrients

Protein1.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.7 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - 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 Chicory greens safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Chicory greens falls in the Moderate tier, with Potassium (21%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Chicory greens rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 420 mg, 21% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Chicory greens is rated Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Chicory greens?

Data: 100 g of Chicory greens has Potassium 420 mg (21% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Chicory greens safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Chicory greens exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 420 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Chicory greens compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Chicory greens carries more Potassium at 420 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.