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Squash, summer, scallop, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Squash is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Potassium, reaches only 7% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus28 mg3%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium140 mg7%
Low

About this food

Squash 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

Potassium is the highest of the three at 7%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate4 mgLow 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 Squash safe for kidney disease?

Squash scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (7% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Squash rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (140 mg, 7%) is the most prominent of Squash's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Squash?

In every 100 g of Squash, Potassium is about 140 mg - roughly 7% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Squash safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Squash falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 140 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Squash compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Squash shows less Potassium (140 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.