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Onion rings, breaded, par fried, frozen, prepared, heated in oven

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Onion rings lands in the Moderate band: Sodium is the highest at 18%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus71 mg7%
Low
Sodium370 mg18%
Moderate
Potassium123 mg6%
Low

About this food

For Vegetables, Onion rings 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

Onion rings's sodium is 18% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein4.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)5.1 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine2.2 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate27 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - 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 Onion rings safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Onion rings is rated Moderate - Sodium is the highest contributor at 18% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Onion rings rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Onion rings's Sodium is highest (370 mg, 18% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Sodium is in Onion rings?

Data: 100 g of Onion rings has Sodium 370 mg (18% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Onion rings safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Onion rings falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 123 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Onion rings compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Onion rings carries more Sodium at 370 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.