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Potatoes, au gratin, home-prepared from recipe using margarine

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModeratePotatoes receives a Moderate rating. Sodium leads the three minerals at 22% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus113 mg11%
Low
Sodium433 mg22%
Moderate
Potassium396 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

In a CKD diet, Vegetables deserve attention: Potatoes - 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.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 22%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein5.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate34 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
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 Potatoes safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Potatoes is Moderate. Main consideration: Sodium at 22% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Potatoes rated Moderate?

Potatoes is rated Moderate because Sodium is 22% of its limit (433 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Sodium is in Potatoes?

In every 100 g of Potatoes, Sodium is about 433 mg - roughly 22% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Potatoes safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Potatoes exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 396 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Potatoes compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Potatoes shows more Sodium (433 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.