ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Soybeans is Moderate: the highest item, Potassium, sits at 24% of its limit.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus164 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium14 mg<1%
Low
Potassium484 mg24%
Moderate
About this food
Soybeans 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
Soybeans's potassium reaches 24% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.
Other nutrients
Protein13.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber1.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
If you are managing mineral intake: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.
Soybeans scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (24% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.
Why is Soybeans rated Moderate?
The reason: Potassium (484 mg, 24%) is the most prominent of Soybeans's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.
How much Potassium is in Soybeans?
Soybeans's Potassium content is 484 mg per 100 g - 24% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.
Is Soybeans safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Soybeans exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 484 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Soybeans compare to other vegetables foods?
How does Soybeans compare within Vegetables? Its Potassium (484 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.