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Pummelo, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
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Kidney-friendlyPummelo scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Potassium leads at 11% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus17 mg2%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium216 mg11%
Low

About this food

How to think about Fruits: Pummelo is worth a closer look - Potassium levels vary widely across fruits - apples and berries are low-potassium, kidney-friendly picks, while bananas and avocados are high and need portion control. The natural sugar in fruit is usually not the issue; potassium is.

Nutrient insight

The most striking number here is potassium (11%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Pummelo.

Other nutrients

Protein0.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Pummelo safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Pummelo is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Potassium at 11% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Pummelo rated Kidney-friendly?

Pummelo is rated Kidney-friendly because Potassium is 11% of its limit (216 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Potassium is in Pummelo?

Data: 100 g of Pummelo has Potassium 216 mg (11% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Pummelo safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Pummelo falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 216 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Pummelo compare to other fruits foods?

Next to other Fruits options, Pummelo carries less Potassium at 216 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.