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Potatoes, scalloped, dry mix, unprepared

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Potatoes is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 79% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus197 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium1578 mg79%
High
Potassium905 mg45%
High

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

Sodium at 79% stands out. For patients with high blood pressure or swelling, foods like this need extra caution.

Other nutrients

Protein7.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber8.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

If you are managing mineral intake: 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 - Sodium is the highest contributor at 79% 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 Sodium is highest (1578 mg, 79% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Sodium is in Potatoes?

Potatoes's Sodium content is 1578 mg per 100 g - 79% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Potatoes safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Potatoes exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 905 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Potatoes compare to other vegetables foods?

How does Potatoes compare within Vegetables? Its Sodium (1578 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.