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Peas, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Peas's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Potassium (13%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus24 mg2%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium268 mg13%
Low

About this food

Peas (Vegetables). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (13%), how much Peas fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein7 gNot part of rating
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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Peas is Kidney-friendly - Potassium (13%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Peas rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Peas's Potassium is 268 mg, 13% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Potassium is in Peas?

On a per-100 g basis, Peas contains Potassium 268 mg, or 13% of the 2,000 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 268 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 less in Potassium (268 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.