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Peas, green, split, mature seeds, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Peas is Higher risk: the highest item, Potassium, is at 43% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus334 mg33%
High
Sodium5 mg<1%
Low
Potassium852 mg43%
High

About this food

Peas is a common member of Legumes & Nuts. Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (43%), how much Peas fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein23.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber22.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.1 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: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Peas safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Peas falls in the Higher risk tier, with Potassium (43%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Peas rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 852 mg, 43% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Peas is rated Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Peas?

On a per-100 g basis, Peas contains Potassium 852 mg, or 43% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Peas safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Peas exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 852 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Peas compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Measured against other Legumes & Nuts foods, Peas is more in Potassium (852 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.