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Malabar spinach, cooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Malabar spinach falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (13%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus36 mg4%
Low
Sodium55 mg3%
Low
Potassium256 mg13%
Low

About this food

About Malabar spinach: 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. As a Vegetables item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Malabar spinach's potassium is the top contributor (13% 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

Protein3 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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: 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 Malabar spinach safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Malabar spinach is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Potassium at 13% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Malabar spinach rated Kidney-friendly?

Malabar spinach is rated Kidney-friendly because Potassium is 13% of its limit (256 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Potassium is in Malabar spinach?

Per 100 g, Malabar spinach contains Potassium 256 mg, which is 13% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Malabar spinach safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Malabar spinach falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 256 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Malabar spinach compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Malabar spinach has less Potassium - 256 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.