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Persimmons, native, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Persimmons is Moderate: the highest item, Potassium, sits at 16% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus26 mg3%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium310 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

Persimmons is a common member of Fruits. Potassium levels vary widely across fruits - apples and berries are low-potassium, kidney-friendly picks, while bananas and avocados are high and need portion control. The natural sugar in fruit is usually not the issue; potassium is. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (16%), how much Persimmons fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein0.8 gNot part of rating
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate10.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Persimmons safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Persimmons falls in the Moderate tier, with Potassium (16%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Persimmons rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 310 mg, 16% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Persimmons is rated Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Persimmons?

On a per-100 g basis, Persimmons contains Potassium 310 mg, or 16% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Persimmons safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Persimmons exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 310 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Persimmons compare to other fruits foods?

Measured against other Fruits foods, Persimmons is more in Potassium (310 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.