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Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), canned, juice pack

Per 100 g edible portion
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Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Tangerines falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (7%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus10 mg1%
Low
Sodium5 mg<1%
Low
Potassium133 mg7%
Low

About this food

About Tangerines: 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. As a Fruits item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

The most striking number here is potassium (7%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Tangerines.

Other nutrients

Protein0.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)8.9 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

A handy approach - 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 Tangerines safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Tangerines is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Potassium at 7% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Tangerines rated Kidney-friendly?

Tangerines is rated Kidney-friendly because Potassium is 7% of its limit (133 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Potassium is in Tangerines?

Data: 100 g of Tangerines has Potassium 133 mg (7% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Tangerines safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Tangerines falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 133 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Tangerines compare to other fruits foods?

Next to other Fruits options, Tangerines carries less Potassium at 133 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.