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Squash, winter, hubbard, cooked, boiled, mashed, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Squash is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest at 12% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus14 mg1%
Low
Sodium241 mg12%
Low
Potassium214 mg11%
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

From the sodium angle (12%), Squash must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein1.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.9 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 common practice is: 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Squash is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest contributor at 12% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Squash rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Squash's Sodium is highest (241 mg, 12% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Sodium is in Squash?

Per 100 g, Squash provides Sodium 241 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (12%).

Is Squash safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Squash falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 214 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Squash compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Squash ranks more on Sodium (241 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.