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Peas, edible-podded, frozen, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyPeas is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sodium is highest (12%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus58 mg6%
Low
Sodium241 mg12%
Low
Potassium217 mg11%
Low

About this food

Peas sits in the Vegetables group. 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

Sodium leads at 12%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein3.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.8 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

How to eat it more safely: 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 safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Peas is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (12%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Peas rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Peas's three minerals, Sodium is highest (241 mg, 12%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Peas?

In every 100 g of Peas, Sodium is about 241 mg - roughly 12% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Peas safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Peas falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 217 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Peas compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Peas shows more Sodium (241 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.