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Pokeberry shoots, (poke), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Pokeberry shoots is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Sodium, reaches only 13% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus33 mg3%
Low
Sodium254 mg13%
Low
Potassium184 mg9%
Low

About this food

Pokeberry shoots is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 13%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein2.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.6 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 Pokeberry shoots safe for kidney disease?

Pokeberry shoots scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (13% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pokeberry shoots rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Sodium (254 mg, 13%) is the most prominent of Pokeberry shoots's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Pokeberry shoots?

In every 100 g of Pokeberry shoots, Sodium is about 254 mg - roughly 13% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Pokeberry shoots safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Pokeberry shoots falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 184 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Pokeberry shoots compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Pokeberry shoots shows more Sodium (254 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.