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Peas, green, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Peas is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 14% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus117 mg12%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium271 mg14%
Low

About this food

Peas belongs to the Vegetables category. 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

Potassium at 14% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein5.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber5.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)5.9 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 common practice is: 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?

Peas scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (14% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Peas rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (271 mg, 14%) is the most prominent of Peas's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Peas?

Per 100 g, Peas provides Potassium 271 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (14%).

Is Peas safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Peas falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 271 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Peas compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Peas ranks less on Potassium (271 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.