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Oranges, raw, navels (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Oranges lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Potassium is highest at 8%, still comfortably low.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus23 mg2%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium166 mg8%
Low

About this food

For Fruits, Oranges is a typical example. 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

Oranges's potassium is the top contributor (8% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein0.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)8.5 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: 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 Oranges safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Oranges is Kidney-friendly - Potassium (8%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Oranges rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Oranges's Potassium is 166 mg, 8% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Potassium is in Oranges?

Per 100 g, Oranges contains Potassium 166 mg, which is 8% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Oranges safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Oranges falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 166 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Oranges compare to other fruits foods?

Compared with the typical Fruits food, Oranges has less Potassium - 166 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.