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Melon balls, frozen

Per 100 g edible portion
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Kidney-friendlyMelon balls scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Potassium leads at 14% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus12 mg1%
Low
Sodium31 mg2%
Low
Potassium280 mg14%
Low

About this food

How to think about Fruits: Melon balls is worth a closer look - 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

Melon balls's potassium is the top contributor (14% 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

Protein0.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate1 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: 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 Melon balls safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Melon balls falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Potassium (14%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Melon balls rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 280 mg, 14% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Melon balls is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Melon balls?

Per 100 g, Melon balls contains Potassium 280 mg, which is 14% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Melon balls safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Melon balls falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 280 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Melon balls compare to other fruits foods?

Compared with the typical Fruits food, Melon balls has more Potassium - 280 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.