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Custard-apple, (bullock's-heart), raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
ModerateCustard-apple receives a Moderate rating. Potassium leads the three minerals at 19% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus21 mg2%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium382 mg19%
Moderate

About this food

In a CKD diet, Fruits deserve attention: Custard-apple - 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

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

Other nutrients

Protein1.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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: 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 Custard-apple safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Custard-apple is Moderate - Potassium (19%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Custard-apple rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Custard-apple's Potassium is 382 mg, 19% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Potassium is in Custard-apple?

On a per-100 g basis, Custard-apple contains Potassium 382 mg, or 19% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Custard-apple safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Custard-apple exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 382 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Custard-apple compare to other fruits foods?

Measured against other Fruits foods, Custard-apple is more in Potassium (382 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.