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Tomato sauce, canned, no salt added

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyTomato sauce receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest at 15%, yet stays under the 15% line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus27 mg3%
Low
Sodium11 mg<1%
Low
Potassium297 mg15%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Vegetables deserve attention: Tomato sauce - 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

Potassium is the highest of the three at 15%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein1.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.6 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate14 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: 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 Tomato sauce safe for kidney disease?

Tomato sauce scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (15% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Tomato sauce rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (297 mg, 15%) is the most prominent of Tomato sauce's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Tomato sauce?

In every 100 g of Tomato sauce, Potassium is about 297 mg - roughly 15% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Tomato sauce safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Tomato sauce falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 297 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Tomato sauce compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Tomato sauce shows less Potassium (297 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.