Kidney-friendlySalsify receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest at 14%, yet stays under the 15% line.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus56 mg6%
Low
Sodium16 mg<1%
Low
Potassium283 mg14%
Low
About this food
In a CKD diet, Vegetables deserve attention: Salsify - 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 potassium angle (14%), how much Salsify fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.
Other nutrients
Protein2.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.9 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Salsify is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Potassium at 14% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.
Why is Salsify rated Kidney-friendly?
Salsify is rated Kidney-friendly because Potassium is 14% of its limit (283 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.
How much Potassium is in Salsify?
On a per-100 g basis, Salsify contains Potassium 283 mg, or 14% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.
Is Salsify safe on a low-potassium diet?
For a potassium-watching diet, Salsify falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 283 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.
How does Salsify compare to other vegetables foods?
Measured against other Vegetables foods, Salsify is less in Potassium (283 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.