Mung beans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, stir-fried
Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Mung beans lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Potassium is highest at 11%, still comfortably low.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus79 mg8%
Low
Sodium9 mg<1%
Low
Potassium219 mg11%
Low
About this food
For Vegetables, Mung beans is a typical example. 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.
Nutrient insight
Potassium at 11% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.
Other nutrients
Protein4.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Mung beans falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Potassium (11%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.
Why is Mung beans rated Kidney-friendly?
The deciding factor is Potassium: 219 mg, 11% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Mung beans is rated Kidney-friendly.
How much Potassium is in Mung beans?
Per 100 g, Mung beans provides Potassium 219 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (11%).
Is Mung beans safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Mung beans falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 219 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Mung beans compare to other vegetables foods?
Within Vegetables, Mung beans ranks less on Potassium (219 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.