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Spices, paprika

Per 100 g edible portion
Herbs & Spices
Higher riskSpices receives a Higher risk rating. Potassium (114%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus314 mg31%
High
Sodium68 mg3%
Low
Potassium2280 mg114%
High

About this food

In a CKD diet, Herbs & Spices deserve attention: Spices - Herbs and spices are used in small amounts, so their mineral impact is minor. Dried, concentrated forms (like powders) do carry more potassium - use sparingly.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (114%), how much Spices fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein14.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber34.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)10.3 gNatural sugar
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: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Dried spice powders are concentrated - use small amounts.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Spices safe for kidney disease?

Spices scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (114% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Spices rated Higher risk?

The reason: Potassium (2280 mg, 114%) is the most prominent of Spices's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Spices?

On a per-100 g basis, Spices contains Potassium 2280 mg, or 114% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Spices safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Spices exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 2280 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Spices compare to other herbs & spices foods?

Measured against other Herbs & Spices foods, Spices is more in Potassium (2280 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.