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Peas, green, frozen, unprepared (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyPeas receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Phosphorus is highest at 8%, yet stays under the 15% line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus82 mg8%
Low
Sodium108 mg5%
Low
Potassium153 mg8%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Vegetables deserve attention: Peas - 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 phosphorus (8%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein5.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)5 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

Worth remembering: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Peas falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Phosphorus (8%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Peas rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 82 mg, 8% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Peas is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Peas?

On a per-100 g basis, Peas contains Phosphorus 82 mg, or 8% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Peas safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Peas falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 153 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Peas compare to other vegetables foods?

Measured against other Vegetables foods, Peas is more in Phosphorus (82 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.