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Drumstick pods, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Drumstick pods is rated Moderate - Potassium is the top contributor at 23% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus49 mg5%
Low
Sodium43 mg2%
Low
Potassium457 mg23%
Moderate

About this food

Drumstick pods belongs to the Vegetables category. 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 (23%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Drumstick pods.

Other nutrients

Protein2.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.2 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 pods safe for kidney disease?

Drumstick pods scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (23% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Drumstick pods rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (457 mg, 23%) is the most prominent of Drumstick pods's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Drumstick pods?

Data: 100 g of Drumstick pods has Potassium 457 mg (23% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Drumstick pods safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Drumstick pods exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 457 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Drumstick pods compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Drumstick pods carries more Potassium at 457 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.