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Orange peel, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyOrange peel is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (11%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus21 mg2%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium212 mg11%
Low

About this food

Orange peel sits in the Fruits group. 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

From the potassium angle (11%), how much Orange peel fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein1.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber10.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 peel safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Orange peel is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 11% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Orange peel rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Orange peel's Potassium is highest (212 mg, 11% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Orange peel?

On a per-100 g basis, Orange peel contains Potassium 212 mg, or 11% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Orange peel safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Orange peel falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 212 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Orange peel compare to other fruits foods?

Measured against other Fruits foods, Orange peel is less in Potassium (212 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.