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Garlic, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Garlic lands in the Moderate band: Potassium is the highest at 20%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus153 mg15%
Moderate
Sodium17 mg<1%
Low
Potassium401 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

For Vegetables, Garlic 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

Garlic's potassium is the top contributor (20% 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

Protein6.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine0 mgLow purineNot rated · exact match
Oxalate9 mgLow oxalateNot rated · exact match
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 Garlic safe for kidney disease?

Garlic is rated Moderate: Potassium is 20% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Garlic rated Moderate?

Garlic's Potassium content (401 mg) equals 20% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Garlic?

Per 100 g, Garlic contains Potassium 401 mg, which is 20% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Garlic safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Garlic exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 401 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Garlic compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Garlic has more Potassium - 401 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.