Kidney-friendlyTomatoes scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Potassium leads at 11% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus28 mg3%
Low
Sodium11 mg<1%
Low
Potassium218 mg11%
Low
About this food
How to think about Vegetables: Tomatoes 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
Potassium at 11% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.
Other nutrients
Protein0.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Tomatoes is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 11% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.
Why is Tomatoes rated Kidney-friendly?
Tomatoes's Potassium content (218 mg) equals 11% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.
How much Potassium is in Tomatoes?
Per 100 g, Tomatoes provides Potassium 218 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (11%).
Is Tomatoes safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Tomatoes falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 218 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Tomatoes compare to other vegetables foods?
Within Vegetables, Tomatoes ranks less on Potassium (218 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.