Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Rutabagas is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Sodium, reaches only 13% of the limit.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus41 mg4%
Low
Sodium254 mg13%
Low
Potassium216 mg11%
Low
About this food
Rutabagas 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
Sodium leads at 13%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.
Other nutrients
Protein0.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
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.
Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Rutabagas falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Sodium (13%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.
Why is Rutabagas rated Kidney-friendly?
The deciding factor is Sodium: 254 mg, 13% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Rutabagas is rated Kidney-friendly.
How much Sodium is in Rutabagas?
In every 100 g of Rutabagas, Sodium is about 254 mg - roughly 13% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).
Is Rutabagas safe on a low-potassium diet?
For people watching potassium, Rutabagas falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 216 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How does Rutabagas compare to other vegetables foods?
Against the Vegetables average, Rutabagas shows more Sodium (254 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.