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Potatoes, mashed, dehydrated, flakes without milk, dry form

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Potatoes lands in the Higher risk band: Potassium is 55% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus156 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium77 mg4%
Low
Potassium1098 mg55%
High

About this food

For Vegetables, Potatoes is a typical example. 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 55% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein8.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber6.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.4 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Potatoes is rated Higher risk - Potassium is the highest contributor at 55% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Potatoes rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potatoes's Potassium is highest (1098 mg, 55% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Potassium is in Potatoes?

Per 100 g, Potatoes provides Potassium 1098 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (55%).

Is Potatoes safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Potatoes exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 1098 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 more on Potassium (1098 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.