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Vegetables, mixed, canned, drained solids

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Vegetables is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 15% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus42 mg4%
Low
Sodium214 mg11%
Low
Potassium291 mg15%
Low

About this food

Vegetables belongs to the Vegetables category. 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 15% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein2.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.4 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: Whole food

Practical tips

A common practice is: 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 Vegetables safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Vegetables is Kidney-friendly - Potassium (15%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Vegetables rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Vegetables's Potassium is 291 mg, 15% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Potassium is in Vegetables?

Per 100 g, Vegetables provides Potassium 291 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (15%).

Is Vegetables safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Vegetables falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 291 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Vegetables compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Vegetables ranks less on Potassium (291 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.