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Cress, garden, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskCress's Potassium reaches 30% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus76 mg8%
Low
Sodium14 mg<1%
Low
Potassium606 mg30%
High

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Cress is worth a closer look - 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 30% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein2.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.4 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

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 Cress safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Cress is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (30%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Cress rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Cress's three minerals, Potassium is highest (606 mg, 30%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Cress?

Per 100 g, Cress provides Potassium 606 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (30%).

Is Cress safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Cress exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 606 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Cress compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Cress ranks more on Potassium (606 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.