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Currants, red and white, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Currants lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Potassium is highest at 14%, still comfortably low.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus44 mg4%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium275 mg14%
Low

About this food

For Fruits, Currants is a typical example. Potassium levels vary widely across fruits - apples and berries are low-potassium, kidney-friendly picks, while bananas and avocados are high and need portion control. The natural sugar in fruit is usually not the issue; potassium is.

Nutrient insight

Potassium at 14% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein1.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.4 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate19.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A common practice is: For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Currants safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Currants is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 14% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Currants rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Currants's Potassium is highest (275 mg, 14% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Currants?

Per 100 g, Currants provides Potassium 275 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (14%).

Is Currants safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Currants falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 275 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Currants compare to other fruits foods?

Within Fruits, Currants ranks more on Potassium (275 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.