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Mushrooms, morel, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Mushrooms is rated Moderate - Potassium is the top contributor at 21% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus194 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium21 mg1%
Low
Potassium411 mg21%
Moderate

About this food

Mushrooms belongs to the Vegetables category. 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

Mushrooms's potassium is the top contributor (21% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein3.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.6 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine35.8 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate38.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: 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 Mushrooms safe for kidney disease?

Mushrooms scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (21% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Mushrooms rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (411 mg, 21%) is the most prominent of Mushrooms's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Mushrooms?

Per 100 g, Mushrooms contains Potassium 411 mg, which is 21% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Mushrooms safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Mushrooms exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 411 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Mushrooms compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Mushrooms has more Potassium - 411 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.