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Orange juice, canned, unsweetened

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Orange juice is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 9% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus17 mg2%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium184 mg9%
Low

About this food

Orange juice belongs to the Fruits category. 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

Potassium at 9% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein0.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)8.8 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate13 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

A common practice is: 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 Orange juice safe for kidney disease?

Orange juice is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 9% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Orange juice rated Kidney-friendly?

Orange juice's Potassium content (184 mg) equals 9% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Orange juice?

Per 100 g, Orange juice provides Potassium 184 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (9%).

Is Orange juice safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Orange juice falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 184 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Orange juice compare to other fruits foods?

Within Fruits, Orange juice ranks less on Potassium (184 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.