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Java-plum, (jambolan), raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Java-plum falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (4%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus17 mg2%
Low
Sodium14 mg<1%
Low
Potassium79 mg4%
Low

About this food

About Java-plum: 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. As a Fruits item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Java-plum's potassium is the top contributor (4% 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

Protein0.7 gNot part of rating
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

Practical tip: For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Java-plum safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Java-plum is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 4% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Java-plum rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Java-plum's Potassium is highest (79 mg, 4% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Java-plum?

Per 100 g, Java-plum contains Potassium 79 mg, which is 4% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Java-plum safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Java-plum falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 79 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Java-plum compare to other fruits foods?

Compared with the typical Fruits food, Java-plum has less Potassium - 79 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.