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Squash, summer, zucchini, includes skin, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Squash is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 13% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus37 mg4%
Low
Sodium239 mg12%
Low
Potassium264 mg13%
Low

About this food

Squash belongs to the Vegetables category. 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

The most striking number here is potassium (13%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Squash.

Other nutrients

Protein1.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.7 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

A handy approach - 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Squash is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (13%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Squash rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Squash's three minerals, Potassium is highest (264 mg, 13%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Squash?

Data: 100 g of Squash has Potassium 264 mg (13% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Squash safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Squash falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 264 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Squash compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Squash carries less Potassium at 264 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.