Gourd, white-flowered (calabash), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt
Per 100 g edible portion
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus13 mg1%Low
Sodium238 mg12%Low
Potassium170 mg8%Low
About this food
In a CKD diet, Vegetables deserve attention: Gourd - 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
Sodium leads at 12%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.
Other nutrients
Protein0.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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
How to eat it more safely: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.