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Nopales, cooked, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyNopales receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest at 10%, yet stays under the 15% line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus16 mg2%
Low
Sodium20 mg1%
Low
Potassium195 mg10%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Vegetables deserve attention: Nopales - 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

From the potassium angle (10%), how much Nopales fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein1.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.1 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 Nopales safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Nopales is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 10% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Nopales rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Nopales's Potassium is highest (195 mg, 10% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Nopales?

On a per-100 g basis, Nopales contains Potassium 195 mg, or 10% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Nopales safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Nopales falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 195 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Nopales compare to other vegetables foods?

Measured against other Vegetables foods, Nopales is less in Potassium (195 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.