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Turnips, frozen, unprepared

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyTurnips scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Potassium leads at 7% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus20 mg2%
Low
Sodium25 mg1%
Low
Potassium137 mg7%
Low

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Turnips 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

The most striking number here is potassium (7%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Turnips.

Other nutrients

Protein1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

A handy approach - 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 Turnips safe for kidney disease?

Turnips is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 7% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Turnips rated Kidney-friendly?

Turnips's Potassium content (137 mg) equals 7% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Turnips?

Data: 100 g of Turnips has Potassium 137 mg (7% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Turnips safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Turnips falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 137 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Turnips compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Turnips carries less Potassium at 137 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.