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Ginger root, pickled, canned, with artificial sweetener

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskGinger root's Sodium reaches 45% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus2 mg<1%
Low
Sodium906 mg45%
High
Potassium36 mg2%
Low

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Ginger root is worth a closer look - 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

From the sodium angle (45%), Ginger root must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein0.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of 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

A common practice is: 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 Ginger root safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Ginger root is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (45%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Ginger root rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Ginger root's three minerals, Sodium is highest (906 mg, 45%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Ginger root?

Per 100 g, Ginger root provides Sodium 906 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (45%).

Is Ginger root safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Ginger root falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 36 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Ginger root compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Ginger root ranks more on Sodium (906 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.