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Lemon peel, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
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Kidney-friendlyLemon peel receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest at 8%, yet stays under the 15% line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus12 mg1%
Low
Sodium6 mg<1%
Low
Potassium160 mg8%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Fruits deserve attention: Lemon peel - Potassium levels vary widely across fruits - apples and berries are low-potassium, kidney-friendly picks, while bananas and avocados are high and need portion control. The natural sugar in fruit is usually not the issue; potassium is.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (8%), how much Lemon peel fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein1.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber10.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.2 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate8 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lemon peel safe for kidney disease?

Lemon peel is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 8% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Lemon peel rated Kidney-friendly?

Lemon peel's Potassium content (160 mg) equals 8% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Lemon peel?

On a per-100 g basis, Lemon peel contains Potassium 160 mg, or 8% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Lemon peel safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Lemon peel falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 160 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Lemon peel compare to other fruits foods?

Measured against other Fruits foods, Lemon peel is less in Potassium (160 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.