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Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Leeks 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
Sodium10 mg<1%
Low
Potassium87 mg4%
Low

About this food

About Leeks: 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

Potassium at 4% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein0.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.1 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate17 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A common practice is: 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 Leeks safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Leeks is Kidney-friendly - Potassium (4%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Leeks rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Leeks's Potassium is 87 mg, 4% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Potassium is in Leeks?

Per 100 g, Leeks provides Potassium 87 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (4%).

Is Leeks safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Leeks falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 87 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Leeks compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Leeks ranks less on Potassium (87 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.