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Spinach, canned, regular pack, drained solids

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateSpinach's standout mineral is Potassium (17% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus44 mg4%
Low
Sodium322 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium346 mg17%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Spinach is worth a closer look - 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

Spinach's potassium is the top contributor (17% 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

Protein2.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.4 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine45.2 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate283.5 mgHigh oxalateNot rated · category estimate
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 Spinach safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Spinach falls in the Moderate tier, with Potassium (17%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Spinach rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 346 mg, 17% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Spinach is rated Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Spinach?

Per 100 g, Spinach contains Potassium 346 mg, which is 17% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Spinach safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Spinach exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 346 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Spinach compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Spinach has less Potassium - 346 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.