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Olives, ripe, canned (jumbo-super colossal)

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Higher riskOlives's Sodium reaches 37% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus3 mg<1%
Low
Sodium735 mg37%
High
Potassium9 mg<1%
Low

About this food

How to think about Fruits: Olives is worth a closer look - Potassium levels vary widely across fruits - apples and berries are low-potassium, kidney-friendly picks, while bananas and avocados are high and need portion control. The natural sugar in fruit is usually not the issue; potassium is.

Nutrient insight

Olives's sodium is the top contributor (37% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein1 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate19 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Olives safe for kidney disease?

Olives is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 37% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Olives rated Higher risk?

Olives's Sodium content (735 mg) equals 37% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Olives?

Per 100 g, Olives contains Sodium 735 mg, which is 37% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Olives safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Olives falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 9 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Olives compare to other fruits foods?

Compared with the typical Fruits food, Olives has more Sodium - 735 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.