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Melons, cantaloupe, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Melons 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)

Phosphorus15 mg2%
Low
Sodium16 mg<1%
Low
Potassium267 mg13%
Low

About this food

About Melons: 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. As a Fruits item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Potassium at 13% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein0.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.9 gNatural sugar
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

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 Melons safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Melons is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (13%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Melons rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Melons's three minerals, Potassium is highest (267 mg, 13%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Melons?

Per 100 g, Melons provides Potassium 267 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (13%).

Is Melons safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Melons falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 267 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Melons compare to other fruits foods?

Within Fruits, Melons ranks more on Potassium (267 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.