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Taro leaves, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskTaro leaves's Potassium reaches 32% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus60 mg6%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium648 mg32%
High

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Taro leaves is worth a closer look - 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

The most striking number here is potassium (32%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Taro leaves.

Other nutrients

Protein5 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine1.8 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate652 mgHigh oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - 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 Taro leaves safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Taro leaves is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (32%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Taro leaves rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Taro leaves's three minerals, Potassium is highest (648 mg, 32%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Taro leaves?

Data: 100 g of Taro leaves has Potassium 648 mg (32% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Taro leaves safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Taro leaves exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 648 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Taro leaves compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Taro leaves carries more Potassium at 648 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.