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Mushrooms, shiitake, dried

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Mushrooms lands in the Higher risk band: Potassium is 77% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus294 mg29%
High
Sodium13 mg<1%
Low
Potassium1534 mg77%
High

About this food

For Vegetables, Mushrooms 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 77% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein9.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber11.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.2 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

A common practice is: 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Mushrooms is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (77%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Mushrooms rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Mushrooms's three minerals, Potassium is highest (1534 mg, 77%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Mushrooms?

Per 100 g, Mushrooms provides Potassium 1534 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (77%).

Is Mushrooms safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Mushrooms exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 1534 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Mushrooms compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Mushrooms ranks more on Potassium (1534 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.