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Spices, pumpkin pie spice

Per 100 g edible portion
Herbs & Spices
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Spices lands in the Higher risk band: Potassium is 33% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus118 mg12%
Low
Sodium52 mg3%
Low
Potassium663 mg33%
High

About this food

For Herbs & Spices, Spices is a typical example. 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

Spices's potassium is the top contributor (33% 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

Protein5.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber14.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.8 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

Practical tip: Dried spice powders are concentrated - use small amounts.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Spices safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Spices is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (33%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Spices rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Spices's three minerals, Potassium is highest (663 mg, 33%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Spices?

Per 100 g, Spices contains Potassium 663 mg, which is 33% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Spices safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Spices exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 663 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Spices compare to other herbs & spices foods?

Compared with the typical Herbs & Spices food, Spices has less Potassium - 663 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.