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Potatoes, canned, drained solids, no salt added

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Potatoes is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 11% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus28 mg3%
Low
Sodium5 mg<1%
Low
Potassium229 mg11%
Low

About this food

Potatoes belongs to the Vegetables category. 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

Potassium at 11% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein1.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.6 gNatural sugar
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

A common practice is: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potatoes falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Potassium (11%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Potatoes rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 229 mg, 11% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Potatoes is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Potatoes?

Per 100 g, Potatoes provides Potassium 229 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (11%).

Is Potatoes safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Potatoes falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 229 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Potatoes compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Potatoes ranks less on Potassium (229 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.