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Soybeans, mature seeds, sprouted, cooked, steamed, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Soybeans lands in the Moderate band: Potassium is the highest at 18%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus135 mg14%
Low
Sodium246 mg12%
Low
Potassium355 mg18%
Moderate

About this food

For Vegetables, Soybeans is a typical example. 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

Soybeans's potassium is the top contributor (18% 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

Protein8.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.4 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine172.5 mgHigh 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

Practical tip: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Soybeans safe for kidney disease?

Soybeans scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (18% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Soybeans rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (355 mg, 18%) is the most prominent of Soybeans's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Soybeans?

Per 100 g, Soybeans contains Potassium 355 mg, which is 18% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Soybeans safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Soybeans exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 355 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Soybeans compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Soybeans has more Potassium - 355 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.