Pumpkin flowers, raw
Per 100 g edible portion
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus49 mg5%Low
Sodium5 mg<1%Low
Potassium173 mg9%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
Potassium is the highest of the three at 9%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.
Other nutrients
Protein1 gNot part of rating
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
How to eat it more safely: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.