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Potatoes, russet, flesh and skin, raw (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Potatoes is Moderate: the highest item, Potassium, sits at 21% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus55 mg6%
Low
Sodium5 mg<1%
Low
Potassium417 mg21%
Moderate

About this food

Potatoes is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (21%), how much Potatoes fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein2.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.3 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

Worth remembering: 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 is rated Moderate: Potassium is 21% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Potatoes rated Moderate?

Potatoes's Potassium content (417 mg) equals 21% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Potatoes?

On a per-100 g basis, Potatoes contains Potassium 417 mg, or 21% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Potatoes safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Potatoes exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 417 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Potatoes compare to other vegetables foods?

Measured against other Vegetables foods, Potatoes is more in Potassium (417 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.