Pumpkin, canned, with salt
Per 100 g edible portion
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus35 mg4%Low
Sodium241 mg12%Low
Potassium206 mg10%Low
About this food
For Vegetables, Pumpkin is a typical example. 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 (12%), Pumpkin must fit inside your daily sodium budget.
Other nutrients
Protein1.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine30.9 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
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.