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Currants, zante, dried

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Currants is rated Higher risk - Potassium exceeds 39% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus99 mg10%
Low
Sodium43 mg2%
Low
Potassium777 mg39%
High

About this food

Currants belongs to the Fruits category. 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

Currants's potassium is the top contributor (39% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein3.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)62.3 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

Practical tip: 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?

Currants is rated Higher risk: Potassium is 39% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Currants rated Higher risk?

Currants's Potassium content (777 mg) equals 39% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Currants?

Per 100 g, Currants contains Potassium 777 mg, which is 39% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Currants safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Currants exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 777 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Currants compare to other fruits foods?

Compared with the typical Fruits food, Currants has more Potassium - 777 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.