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Vegetable juice cocktail, canned

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Vegetable juice cocktail is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Potassium, reaches only 9% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus19 mg2%
Low
Sodium169 mg8%
Low
Potassium185 mg9%
Low

About this food

Vegetable juice cocktail 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

Vegetable juice cocktail's potassium reaches 9% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein0.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.8 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine13.7 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

If you are managing mineral intake: 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 Vegetable juice cocktail safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Vegetable juice cocktail is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 9% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Vegetable juice cocktail rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Vegetable juice cocktail's Potassium is highest (185 mg, 9% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Vegetable juice cocktail?

Vegetable juice cocktail's Potassium content is 185 mg per 100 g - 9% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Vegetable juice cocktail safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Vegetable juice cocktail falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 185 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Vegetable juice cocktail compare to other vegetables foods?

How does Vegetable juice cocktail compare within Vegetables? Its Potassium (185 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.