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Peas and carrots, frozen, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModeratePeas and carrots's standout mineral is Sodium (15% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus49 mg5%
Low
Sodium304 mg15%
Moderate
Potassium158 mg8%
Low

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Peas and carrots is worth a closer look - Vegetables are a key source of fiber and vitamins and are beneficial in CKD. Some are high in potassium, but slicing, boiling and discarding the water can remove about 30-50% of the potassium - a practical step.

Nutrient insight

Peas and carrots's sodium is 15% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein3.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.4 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine14.6 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate20 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Peas and carrots safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Peas and carrots is Moderate - Sodium (15%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Peas and carrots rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Peas and carrots's Sodium is 304 mg, 15% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Sodium is in Peas and carrots?

Data: 100 g of Peas and carrots has Sodium 304 mg (15% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Peas and carrots safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Peas and carrots falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 158 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Peas and carrots compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Peas and carrots carries more Sodium at 304 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.