ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Sweet potato is Moderate: the highest item, Potassium, sits at 19% of its limit.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus44 mg4%
Low
Sodium8 mg<1%
Low
Potassium377 mg19%
Moderate
About this food
Sweet potato 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
Sweet potato's potassium reaches 19% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.
Other nutrients
Protein1.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
If you are managing mineral intake: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.
Sweet potato scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (19% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.
Why is Sweet potato rated Moderate?
The reason: Potassium (377 mg, 19%) is the most prominent of Sweet potato's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.
How much Potassium is in Sweet potato?
Sweet potato's Potassium content is 377 mg per 100 g - 19% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.
Is Sweet potato safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Sweet potato exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 377 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Sweet potato compare to other vegetables foods?
How does Sweet potato compare within Vegetables? Its Potassium (377 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.