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Taro, tahitian, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskTaro's Potassium reaches 30% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus45 mg4%
Low
Sodium50 mg2%
Low
Potassium606 mg30%
High

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Taro 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

Taro's potassium is the top contributor (30% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein2.8 gNot part of rating
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

Practical tip: 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 safe for kidney disease?

Taro scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (30% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Taro rated Higher risk?

The reason: Potassium (606 mg, 30%) is the most prominent of Taro's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Taro?

Per 100 g, Taro contains Potassium 606 mg, which is 30% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Taro safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Taro exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 606 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Taro compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Taro has more Potassium - 606 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.