Search Foods
Home › Food Database › Lambsquarters

Lambsquarters, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateLambsquarters's standout mineral is Potassium (23% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus72 mg7%
Low
Sodium43 mg2%
Low
Potassium452 mg23%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Lambsquarters is worth a closer look - 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

Lambsquarters's potassium is the top contributor (23% 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

Protein4.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber4 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

Practical tip: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

Related foods

tree fernKidney-friendlybutterburKidney-friendlypectinKidney-friendlyoilKidney-friendly

Related guides

VegetablesModerate foodsLow potassium foodsLow sodium foods

Frequently asked questions

Is Lambsquarters safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Lambsquarters falls in the Moderate tier, with Potassium (23%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Lambsquarters rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 452 mg, 23% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Lambsquarters is rated Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Lambsquarters?

Per 100 g, Lambsquarters contains Potassium 452 mg, which is 23% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Lambsquarters safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Lambsquarters exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 452 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Lambsquarters compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Lambsquarters has more Potassium - 452 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.