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Peas, green, frozen, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Peas lands in the Moderate band: Sodium is the highest at 16%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus77 mg8%
Low
Sodium323 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium110 mg6%
Low

About this food

For Vegetables, Peas is a typical example. 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's sodium is 16% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein5.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.5 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 safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Peas is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (16%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Peas rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Peas's three minerals, Sodium is highest (323 mg, 16%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Peas?

Data: 100 g of Peas has Sodium 323 mg (16% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Peas safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Peas falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 110 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Peas compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Peas carries more Sodium at 323 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.