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Cowpeas (blackeyes), immature seeds, frozen, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateCowpeas (blackeyes) receives a Moderate rating. Potassium leads the three minerals at 19% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus122 mg12%
Low
Sodium5 mg<1%
Low
Potassium375 mg19%
Moderate

About this food

In a CKD diet, Vegetables deserve attention: Cowpeas (blackeyes) - 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

From the potassium angle (19%), how much Cowpeas (blackeyes) fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein8.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber6.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.5 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

Worth remembering: 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 Cowpeas (blackeyes) safe for kidney disease?

Cowpeas (blackeyes) is rated Moderate: Potassium is 19% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Cowpeas (blackeyes) rated Moderate?

Cowpeas (blackeyes)'s Potassium content (375 mg) equals 19% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Cowpeas (blackeyes)?

On a per-100 g basis, Cowpeas (blackeyes) contains Potassium 375 mg, or 19% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Cowpeas (blackeyes) safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Cowpeas (blackeyes) exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 375 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Cowpeas (blackeyes) compare to other vegetables foods?

Measured against other Vegetables foods, Cowpeas (blackeyes) is more in Potassium (375 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.