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Potatoes, mashed, home-prepared, whole milk and butter added

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModeratePotatoes receives a Moderate rating. Sodium leads the three minerals at 16% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus45 mg4%
Low
Sodium317 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium284 mg14%
Low

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 16%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein1.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.4 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

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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Potatoes is Moderate - Sodium (16%) 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 317 mg, 16% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Sodium is in Potatoes?

In every 100 g of Potatoes, Sodium is about 317 mg - roughly 16% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Potatoes safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Potatoes falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 284 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 (317 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.