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Pomegranates, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pomegranates is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 12% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus36 mg4%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium236 mg12%
Low

About this food

Pomegranates belongs to the Fruits category. 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.

Nutrient insight

Pomegranates's potassium is the top contributor (12% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein1.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)13.7 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate78 mgModerate oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: 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 Pomegranates safe for kidney disease?

Pomegranates scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (12% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pomegranates rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (236 mg, 12%) is the most prominent of Pomegranates's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Pomegranates?

Per 100 g, Pomegranates contains Potassium 236 mg, which is 12% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Pomegranates safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Pomegranates falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 236 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Pomegranates compare to other fruits foods?

Compared with the typical Fruits food, Pomegranates has more Potassium - 236 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.