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Pimento, canned

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Pimento falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (8%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus17 mg2%
Low
Sodium14 mg<1%
Low
Potassium158 mg8%
Low

About this food

About Pimento: 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. As a Vegetables item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

The most striking number here is potassium (8%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Pimento.

Other nutrients

Protein1.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.7 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 Pimento safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Pimento is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Potassium at 8% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Pimento rated Kidney-friendly?

Pimento is rated Kidney-friendly because Potassium is 8% of its limit (158 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Potassium is in Pimento?

Data: 100 g of Pimento has Potassium 158 mg (8% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Pimento safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Pimento falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 158 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Pimento compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Pimento carries less Potassium at 158 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.