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Lima beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
LimitMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Lima beans is Limit: Potassium hits 28% of its limit, close to the warning band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus130 mg13%
Low
Sodium17 mg<1%
Low
Potassium570 mg28%
High

About this food

Lima beans is a common member of Vegetables. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Lima beans's potassium reaches 28% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein6.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber5.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.6 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine146.5 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

If you are managing mineral intake: 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 Lima beans safe for kidney disease?

Lima beans scores Limit on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (28% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Lima beans rated Limit?

The reason: Potassium (570 mg, 28%) is the most prominent of Lima beans's three minerals, at the 25-30% level, which maps to Limit.

How much Potassium is in Lima beans?

Lima beans's Potassium content is 570 mg per 100 g - 28% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Lima beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Lima beans exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 570 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Lima beans compare to other vegetables foods?

How does Lima beans compare within Vegetables? Its Potassium (570 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.