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Drumstick leaves, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateDrumstick leaves's standout mineral is Potassium (17% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus112 mg11%
Low
Sodium9 mg<1%
Low
Potassium337 mg17%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Drumstick leaves 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

The most striking number here is potassium (17%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Drumstick leaves.

Other nutrients

Protein9.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber2 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

A handy approach - 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 Drumstick leaves safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Drumstick leaves is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (17%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Drumstick leaves rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Drumstick leaves's three minerals, Potassium is highest (337 mg, 17%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Drumstick leaves?

Data: 100 g of Drumstick leaves has Potassium 337 mg (17% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Drumstick leaves safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Drumstick leaves exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 337 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Drumstick leaves compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Drumstick leaves carries less Potassium at 337 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.