Corn, sweet, yellow, frozen, kernels cut off cob, boiled, drained, without salt
Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyCorn is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (12%), all below 15% of limits.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus79 mg8%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium233 mg12%
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
Potassium is the highest of the three at 12%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.
Other nutrients
Protein2.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
How to eat it more safely: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.
Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Corn falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Potassium (12%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.
Why is Corn rated Kidney-friendly?
The deciding factor is Potassium: 233 mg, 12% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Corn is rated Kidney-friendly.
How much Potassium is in Corn?
In every 100 g of Corn, Potassium is about 233 mg - roughly 12% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).
Is Corn safe on a low-potassium diet?
For people watching potassium, Corn falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 233 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How does Corn compare to other vegetables foods?
Against the Vegetables average, Corn shows less Potassium (233 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.