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Endive, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Endive lands in the Moderate band: Potassium is the highest at 16%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus28 mg3%
Low
Sodium22 mg1%
Low
Potassium314 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

For Vegetables, Endive 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

Endive's potassium is the top contributor (16% 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

Protein1.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.2 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
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 Endive safe for kidney disease?

Endive scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (16% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Endive rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (314 mg, 16%) is the most prominent of Endive's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Endive?

Per 100 g, Endive contains Potassium 314 mg, which is 16% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Endive safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Endive exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 314 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Endive compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Endive has less Potassium - 314 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.