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Potatoes, mashed, home-prepared, whole milk added

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModeratePotatoes's standout mineral is Sodium (15% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus46 mg5%
Low
Sodium302 mg15%
Moderate
Potassium296 mg15%
Low

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Potatoes is worth a closer look - 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

From the sodium angle (15%), Potatoes must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein1.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.5 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Potatoes is Moderate - Sodium (15%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Potatoes rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Potatoes's Sodium is 302 mg, 15% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Sodium is in Potatoes?

Per 100 g, Potatoes provides Sodium 302 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (15%).

Is Potatoes safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Potatoes falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 296 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 Sodium (302 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.