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Melons, casaba, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Melons falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (9%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus5 mg<1%
Low
Sodium9 mg<1%
Low
Potassium182 mg9%
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

The most striking number here is potassium (9%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Melons.

Other nutrients

Protein1.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)5.7 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 handy approach - 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Melons falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Potassium (9%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Melons rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 182 mg, 9% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Melons is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Melons?

Data: 100 g of Melons has Potassium 182 mg (9% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Melons safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Melons falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 182 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Melons compare to other fruits foods?

Next to other Fruits options, Melons carries less Potassium at 182 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.