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Potatoes, french fried, all types, salt not added in processing, frozen, as purchased

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Potatoes's Moderate rating is led by Potassium (20%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus83 mg8%
Low
Sodium23 mg1%
Low
Potassium408 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

Potatoes (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Potassium is the highest of the three at 20%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein2.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.2 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

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?

Potatoes scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (20% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Potatoes rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (408 mg, 20%) is the most prominent of Potatoes's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Potatoes?

In every 100 g of Potatoes, Potassium is about 408 mg - roughly 20% 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 408 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 Potassium (408 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.