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Pickles, cucumber, dill or kosher dill

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pickles is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 40% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus16 mg2%
Low
Sodium809 mg40%
High
Potassium117 mg6%
Low

About this food

Pickles belongs to the Vegetables category. 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

Pickles's sodium is 40% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein0.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.1 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
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 Pickles safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Pickles is Higher risk. Main consideration: Sodium at 40% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Pickles rated Higher risk?

Pickles is rated Higher risk because Sodium is 40% of its limit (809 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Pickles?

Data: 100 g of Pickles has Sodium 809 mg (40% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Pickles safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Pickles falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 117 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Pickles compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Pickles carries more Sodium at 809 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.