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Lime juice, canned or bottled, unsweetened

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Lime juice is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 4% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus10 mg1%
Low
Sodium16 mg<1%
Low
Potassium75 mg4%
Low

About this food

Lime juice belongs to the Fruits category. 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

Potassium at 4% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein0.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.4 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

A common practice is: 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 Lime juice safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Lime juice is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (4%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Lime juice rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Lime juice's three minerals, Potassium is highest (75 mg, 4%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Lime juice?

Per 100 g, Lime juice provides Potassium 75 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (4%).

Is Lime juice safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Lime juice falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 75 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Lime juice compare to other fruits foods?

Within Fruits, Lime juice ranks less on Potassium (75 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.