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

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Lima beans lands in the Moderate band: Potassium is the highest at 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus97 mg10%
Low
Sodium69 mg3%
Low
Potassium304 mg15%
Moderate

About this food

For Vegetables, Lima beans is a typical example. 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

Lima beans's potassium is the top contributor (15% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein6.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber5.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.3 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

Practical tip: 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Lima beans is Moderate - Potassium (15%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Lima beans rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Lima beans's Potassium is 304 mg, 15% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Potassium is in Lima beans?

Per 100 g, Lima beans contains Potassium 304 mg, which is 15% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Lima beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Lima beans exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 304 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Lima beans compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Lima beans has less Potassium - 304 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.