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Pears, raw, bosc (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Pears lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Potassium is highest at 6%, still comfortably low.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus14 mg1%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium122 mg6%
Low

About this food

For Fruits, Pears 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

Potassium at 6% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein0.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)10.2 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

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 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 122 mg, 6% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Potassium is in Pears?

Per 100 g, Pears provides Potassium 122 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (6%).

Is Pears safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Pears falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 122 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Pears compare to other fruits foods?

Within Fruits, Pears ranks less on Potassium (122 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.