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Collards, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Collards is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Sodium, reaches only 13% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus32 mg3%
Low
Sodium252 mg13%
Low
Potassium117 mg6%
Low

About this food

Collards is a common member of Vegetables. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Sodium at 13% stands out. For patients with high blood pressure or swelling, foods like this need extra caution.

Other nutrients

Protein2.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine26.1 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate19.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

If you are managing mineral intake: 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 Collards safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Collards is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest contributor at 13% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Collards rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Collards's Sodium is highest (252 mg, 13% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Sodium is in Collards?

Collards's Sodium content is 252 mg per 100 g - 13% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Collards safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Collards falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 117 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Collards compare to other vegetables foods?

How does Collards compare within Vegetables? Its Sodium (252 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.