ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Mushrooms's Moderate rating is led by Sodium (19%), placing it in the 15-25% band.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus61 mg6%
Low
Sodium384 mg19%
Moderate
Potassium78 mg4%
Low
About this food
Mushrooms (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
Sodium leads at 19%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.
Other nutrients
Protein3.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
How to eat it more safely: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.
Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Mushrooms falls in the Moderate tier, with Sodium (19%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.
Why is Mushrooms rated Moderate?
The deciding factor is Sodium: 384 mg, 19% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Mushrooms is rated Moderate.
How much Sodium is in Mushrooms?
In every 100 g of Mushrooms, Sodium is about 384 mg - roughly 19% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).
Is Mushrooms safe on a low-potassium diet?
For people watching potassium, Mushrooms falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 78 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How does Mushrooms compare to other vegetables foods?
Against the Vegetables average, Mushrooms shows more Sodium (384 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.