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Mung beans, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Mung beans's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Potassium (13%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus99 mg10%
Low
Sodium238 mg12%
Low
Potassium266 mg13%
Low

About this food

Mung beans (Legumes & Nuts). Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Potassium is the highest of the three at 13%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein7 gNot part of rating
Fiber7.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate2 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mung beans safe for kidney disease?

Mung beans scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (13% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Mung beans rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (266 mg, 13%) is the most prominent of Mung beans's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Mung beans?

In every 100 g of Mung beans, Potassium is about 266 mg - roughly 13% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Mung beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Mung beans falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 266 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Mung beans compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Against the Legumes & Nuts average, Mung beans shows less Potassium (266 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.