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Kanpyo, (dried gourd strips)

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Kanpyo's Higher risk rating is driven by Potassium (79%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus188 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium15 mg<1%
Low
Potassium1582 mg79%
High

About this food

Kanpyo (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (79%), how much Kanpyo fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein8.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber9.8 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

Worth remembering: 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 Kanpyo safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Kanpyo is Higher risk - Potassium (79%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Kanpyo rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Kanpyo's Potassium is 1582 mg, 79% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Potassium is in Kanpyo?

On a per-100 g basis, Kanpyo contains Potassium 1582 mg, or 79% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Kanpyo safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Kanpyo exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 1582 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Kanpyo compare to other vegetables foods?

Measured against other Vegetables foods, Kanpyo is more in Potassium (1582 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.