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Vegetables, mixed (corn, lima beans, peas, green beans, carrots) canned, no salt added

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 7% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus37 mg4%
Low
Sodium26 mg1%
Low
Potassium138 mg7%
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

Vegetables's potassium is the top contributor (7% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein1.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.1 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

Practical tip: 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Vegetables is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 7% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Vegetables rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Vegetables's Potassium is highest (138 mg, 7% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Vegetables?

Per 100 g, Vegetables contains Potassium 138 mg, which is 7% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Vegetables safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Vegetables falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 138 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Vegetables compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Vegetables has less Potassium - 138 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.