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Leeks, (bulb and lower-leaf portion), freeze-dried

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Leeks is rated Higher risk - Potassium exceeds 120% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus346 mg35%
High
Sodium35 mg2%
Low
Potassium2400 mg120%
High

About this food

Leeks belongs to the Vegetables category. 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

The most striking number here is potassium (120%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Leeks.

Other nutrients

Protein15.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber10.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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 handy approach - 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?

Leeks scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (120% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Leeks rated Higher risk?

The reason: Potassium (2400 mg, 120%) is the most prominent of Leeks's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Leeks?

Data: 100 g of Leeks has Potassium 2400 mg (120% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Leeks safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Leeks exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 2400 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Leeks compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Leeks carries more Potassium at 2400 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.