Kidney-friendlyPickles receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest at 6%, yet stays under the 15% line.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus16 mg2%
Low
Sodium18 mg<1%
Low
Potassium117 mg6%
Low
About this food
In a CKD diet, Vegetables deserve attention: Pickles - 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 potassium reaches 6% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.
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
If you are managing mineral intake: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.
Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pickles is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 6% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.
Why is Pickles rated Kidney-friendly?
Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Pickles's Potassium is highest (117 mg, 6% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.
How much Potassium is in Pickles?
Pickles's Potassium content is 117 mg per 100 g - 6% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.
Is Pickles safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Pickles falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 117 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Pickles compare to other vegetables foods?
How does Pickles compare within Vegetables? Its Potassium (117 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.