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Waxgourd, (chinese preserving melon), raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyWaxgourd scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Sodium leads at 6% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus19 mg2%
Low
Sodium111 mg6%
Low
Potassium6 mg<1%
Low

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Waxgourd 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

Waxgourd's sodium is the top contributor (6% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein0.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
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 Waxgourd safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Waxgourd is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Sodium at 6% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Waxgourd rated Kidney-friendly?

Waxgourd is rated Kidney-friendly because Sodium is 6% of its limit (111 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Sodium is in Waxgourd?

Per 100 g, Waxgourd contains Sodium 111 mg, which is 6% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Waxgourd safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Waxgourd falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 6 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Waxgourd compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Waxgourd has less Sodium - 111 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.