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Mountain yam, hawaii, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Mountain yam's Moderate rating is led by Potassium (21%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus34 mg3%
Low
Sodium13 mg<1%
Low
Potassium418 mg21%
Moderate

About this food

Mountain yam (Vegetables). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (21%), how much Mountain yam fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein1.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 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: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 Mountain yam safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Mountain yam falls in the Moderate tier, with Potassium (21%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Mountain yam rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 418 mg, 21% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Mountain yam is rated Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Mountain yam?

On a per-100 g basis, Mountain yam contains Potassium 418 mg, or 21% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Mountain yam safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Mountain yam exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 418 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Mountain yam compare to other vegetables foods?

Measured against other Vegetables foods, Mountain yam is more in Potassium (418 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.