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Edamame, frozen, unprepared

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Edamame lands in the Moderate band: Potassium is the highest at 24%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus161 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium6 mg<1%
Low
Potassium482 mg24%
Moderate

About this food

For Vegetables, Edamame is a typical example. 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

Edamame's potassium is the top contributor (24% 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

Protein11.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber4.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.5 gNatural sugar
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

Practical tip: 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 Edamame safe for kidney disease?

Edamame scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (24% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Edamame rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (482 mg, 24%) is the most prominent of Edamame's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Edamame?

Per 100 g, Edamame contains Potassium 482 mg, which is 24% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Edamame safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Edamame exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 482 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Edamame compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Edamame has more Potassium - 482 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.