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

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Turnip greens is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Sodium, reaches only 13% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus34 mg3%
Low
Sodium251 mg13%
Low
Potassium224 mg11%
Low

About this food

Turnip greens is a common member of Vegetables. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

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

Protein3.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.8 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 safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Turnip greens falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Sodium (13%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Turnip greens rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 251 mg, 13% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Turnip greens is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Turnip greens?

In every 100 g of Turnip greens, Sodium is about 251 mg - roughly 13% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Turnip greens safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Turnip greens falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 224 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Turnip greens compare to other vegetables foods?

Against the Vegetables average, Turnip greens shows more Sodium (251 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.