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Corn, sweet, yellow, canned, vacuum pack, no salt added

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Corn lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Potassium is highest at 9%, still comfortably low.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus64 mg6%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium186 mg9%
Low

About this food

For Vegetables, Corn 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

Potassium at 9% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein2.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)5.6 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

A common practice is: 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 Corn safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Corn falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Potassium (9%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Corn rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 186 mg, 9% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Corn is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Corn?

Per 100 g, Corn provides Potassium 186 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (9%).

Is Corn safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Corn falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 186 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Corn compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Corn ranks less on Potassium (186 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.