Fruit juice smoothie, BOLTHOUSE FARMS, strawberry banana
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
About this food
In a CKD diet, Fruits deserve attention: Fruit juice smoothie - 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
Fruit juice smoothie's potassium reaches 9% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.
Other nutrients
Practical tips
If you are managing mineral intake: For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.