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Winged bean tuber, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
LimitMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Winged bean tuber is Limit: Potassium hits 29% of its limit, close to the warning band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus45 mg4%
Low
Sodium35 mg2%
Low
Potassium586 mg29%
High

About this food

Winged bean tuber 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

From the potassium angle (29%), how much Winged bean tuber fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein11.6 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
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

Worth remembering: 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 Winged bean tuber safe for kidney disease?

Winged bean tuber is rated Limit: Potassium is 29% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Winged bean tuber rated Limit?

Winged bean tuber's Potassium content (586 mg) equals 29% of the limit, sitting in the 25-30% band - that is why it rates Limit.

How much Potassium is in Winged bean tuber?

On a per-100 g basis, Winged bean tuber contains Potassium 586 mg, or 29% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Winged bean tuber safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Winged bean tuber exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 586 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Winged bean tuber compare to other vegetables foods?

Measured against other Vegetables foods, Winged bean tuber is more in Potassium (586 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.