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Strawberries, frozen, unsweetened (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Strawberries lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Potassium is highest at 7%, still comfortably low.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus13 mg1%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium148 mg7%
Low

About this food

For Fruits, Strawberries is a typical example. Potassium levels vary widely across fruits - apples and berries are low-potassium, kidney-friendly picks, while bananas and avocados are high and need portion control. The natural sugar in fruit is usually not the issue; potassium is.

Nutrient insight

Potassium at 7% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein0.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.6 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: For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Strawberries safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Strawberries is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (7%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Strawberries rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Strawberries's three minerals, Potassium is highest (148 mg, 7%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Strawberries?

Per 100 g, Strawberries provides Potassium 148 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (7%).

Is Strawberries safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Strawberries falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 148 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Strawberries compare to other fruits foods?

Within Fruits, Strawberries ranks less on Potassium (148 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.