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Plums, dried (prunes), uncooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Plums's Higher risk rating is driven by Potassium (37%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus69 mg7%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium732 mg37%
High

About this food

Plums (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (37%), how much Plums fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein2.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber7.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)38.1 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 Plums safe for kidney disease?

Plums is rated Higher risk: Potassium is 37% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Plums rated Higher risk?

Plums's Potassium content (732 mg) equals 37% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Plums?

On a per-100 g basis, Plums contains Potassium 732 mg, or 37% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Plums safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Plums exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 732 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Plums compare to other fruits foods?

Measured against other Fruits foods, Plums is more in Potassium (732 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.