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Plantains, yellow, fried, Latino restaurant

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
LimitMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Plantains is Limit: Potassium hits 25% of its limit, close to the warning band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus43 mg4%
Low
Sodium6 mg<1%
Low
Potassium507 mg25%
High

About this food

Plantains 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

Plantains's potassium reaches 25% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein1.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)21.8 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate2 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

If you are managing mineral intake: 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 Plantains safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Plantains is Limit, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (25%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Plantains rated Limit?

Simply put: among Plantains's three minerals, Potassium is highest (507 mg, 25%), and by the tier rule (25-30%) the result is Limit.

How much Potassium is in Plantains?

Plantains's Potassium content is 507 mg per 100 g - 25% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Plantains safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Plantains exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 507 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Plantains compare to other fruits foods?

How does Plantains compare within Fruits? Its Potassium (507 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.