Kidney-friendlyOkra is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (11%), all below 15% of limits.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus42 mg4%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium211 mg11%
Low
About this food
Okra sits in the Vegetables group. 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
Okra's potassium reaches 11% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.
Other nutrients
Protein1.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
If you are managing mineral intake: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.
Okra scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (11% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.
Why is Okra rated Kidney-friendly?
The reason: Potassium (211 mg, 11%) is the most prominent of Okra's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.
How much Potassium is in Okra?
Okra's Potassium content is 211 mg per 100 g - 11% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.
Is Okra safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Okra falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 211 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Okra compare to other vegetables foods?
How does Okra compare within Vegetables? Its Potassium (211 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.