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Squash, winter, butternut, cooked, baked, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Squash's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Potassium (14%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus27 mg3%
Low
Sodium240 mg12%
Low
Potassium284 mg14%
Low

About this food

Squash (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Potassium is the highest of the three at 14%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein0.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Squash is Kidney-friendly - Potassium (14%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Squash rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Squash's Potassium is 284 mg, 14% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Potassium is in Squash?

In every 100 g of Squash, Potassium is about 284 mg - roughly 14% 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 284 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 (284 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.