Pumpkin flowers, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt
Per 100 g edible portion
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus34 mg3%Low
Sodium6 mg<1%Low
Potassium106 mg5%Low
About this food
Pumpkin flowers 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
Pumpkin flowers's potassium reaches 5% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.
Other nutrients
Protein1.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.4 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
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.