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Rose-apples, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyRose-apples scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Potassium leads at 6% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus8 mg<1%
Low
Sodium0 mg<1%
Low
Potassium123 mg6%
Low

About this food

How to think about Fruits: Rose-apples 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

Rose-apples's potassium is the top contributor (6% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein0.6 gNot part of rating
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

Practical tip: 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 Rose-apples safe for kidney disease?

Rose-apples is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 6% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Rose-apples rated Kidney-friendly?

Rose-apples's Potassium content (123 mg) equals 6% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Rose-apples?

Per 100 g, Rose-apples contains Potassium 123 mg, which is 6% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Rose-apples safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Rose-apples falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 123 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Rose-apples compare to other fruits foods?

Compared with the typical Fruits food, Rose-apples has less Potassium - 123 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.