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Pickles, cucumber, sour

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Pickles's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (60%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus14 mg1%
Low
Sodium1208 mg60%
High
Potassium23 mg1%
Low

About this food

Pickles (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

Sodium leads at 60%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein0.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.2 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

How to eat it more safely: 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 60% 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 60% of its limit (1208 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Pickles?

In every 100 g of Pickles, Sodium is about 1208 mg - roughly 60% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Pickles safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Pickles falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 23 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Pickles compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Pickles shows more Sodium (1208 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.