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Kohlrabi, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Kohlrabi falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Potassium (17%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus45 mg4%
Low
Sodium21 mg1%
Low
Potassium340 mg17%
Moderate

About this food

About Kohlrabi: 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. As a Vegetables item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Kohlrabi's potassium is the top contributor (17% 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

Protein1.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.8 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate1 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: 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 Kohlrabi safe for kidney disease?

Kohlrabi scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (17% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Kohlrabi rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (340 mg, 17%) is the most prominent of Kohlrabi's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Kohlrabi?

Per 100 g, Kohlrabi contains Potassium 340 mg, which is 17% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Kohlrabi safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Kohlrabi exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 340 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Kohlrabi compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Kohlrabi has less Potassium - 340 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.