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Kale, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Kale is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Sodium, reaches only 13% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus42 mg4%
Low
Sodium252 mg13%
Low
Potassium144 mg7%
Low

About this food

Kale is a common member of Vegetables. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 13%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein2.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.2 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine5 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate7.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kale safe for kidney disease?

Kale is rated Kidney-friendly: Sodium is 13% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Kale rated Kidney-friendly?

Kale's Sodium content (252 mg) equals 13% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Kale?

In every 100 g of Kale, Sodium is about 252 mg - roughly 13% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Kale safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Kale falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 144 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Kale compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Kale shows more Sodium (252 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.