Corn, sweet, white, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt
Per 100 g edible portion
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus92 mg9%Low
Sodium3 mg<1%Low
Potassium252 mg13%Low
About this food
Corn sits in the Vegetables group. 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
Corn's potassium reaches 13% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.
Other nutrients
Protein3.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.7 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine6.4 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate1 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.