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Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
ModerateLentils's standout mineral is Potassium (18% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus180 mg18%
Moderate
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium369 mg18%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Legumes & Nuts: Lentils is worth a closer look - Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest.

Nutrient insight

The most striking number here is potassium (18%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Lentils.

Other nutrients

Protein9 gNot part of rating
Fiber7.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.8 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine222 mgHigh purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate8 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lentils safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Lentils is rated Moderate - Potassium is the highest contributor at 18% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Lentils rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Lentils's Potassium is highest (369 mg, 18% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Potassium is in Lentils?

Data: 100 g of Lentils has Potassium 369 mg (18% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Lentils safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Lentils exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 369 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Lentils compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Next to other Legumes & Nuts options, Lentils carries less Potassium at 369 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.