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Spinach, canned, regular pack, solids and liquids

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModerateSpinach is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Sodium is highest at 16% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus32 mg3%
Low
Sodium319 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium230 mg12%
Low

About this food

Spinach sits in the Vegetables group. 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

Sodium leads at 16%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein2.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 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

How to eat it more safely: 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 Sodium (16%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Spinach rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 319 mg, 16% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Spinach is rated Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Spinach?

In every 100 g of Spinach, Sodium is about 319 mg - roughly 16% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Spinach safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Spinach falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 230 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Spinach compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Spinach shows more Sodium (319 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.