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Pears, asian, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Pears falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (6%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus11 mg1%
Low
Sodium0 mg<1%
Low
Potassium121 mg6%
Low

About this food

About Pears: 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. As a Fruits item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Pears's potassium is the top contributor (6% 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

Protein0.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate5 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 Pears safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Pears is Kidney-friendly - Potassium (6%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Pears rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Pears's Potassium is 121 mg, 6% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Potassium is in Pears?

Per 100 g, Pears contains Potassium 121 mg, which is 6% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Pears safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Pears falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 121 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Pears compare to other fruits foods?

Compared with the typical Fruits food, Pears has less Potassium - 121 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.