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Turnip greens and turnips, frozen, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyTurnip greens and turnips is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sodium is highest (13%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus32 mg3%
Low
Sodium255 mg13%
Low
Potassium216 mg11%
Low

About this food

Turnip greens and turnips sits in the Vegetables group. 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

Sodium leads at 13%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein3 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.9 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine1.9 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate5.5 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 Turnip greens and turnips safe for kidney disease?

Turnip greens and turnips is rated Kidney-friendly: Sodium is 13% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Turnip greens and turnips rated Kidney-friendly?

Turnip greens and turnips's Sodium content (255 mg) equals 13% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Turnip greens and turnips?

In every 100 g of Turnip greens and turnips, Sodium is about 255 mg - roughly 13% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Turnip greens and turnips safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Turnip greens and turnips falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 216 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Turnip greens and turnips compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Turnip greens and turnips shows more Sodium (255 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.