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Winged beans, immature seeds, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Winged beans falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (14%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus25 mg2%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium274 mg14%
Low

About this food

About Winged beans: 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. As a Vegetables item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Potassium at 14% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein5.3 gNot part of rating
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

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 Winged beans safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Winged beans is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Potassium at 14% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Winged beans rated Kidney-friendly?

Winged beans is rated Kidney-friendly because Potassium is 14% of its limit (274 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Potassium is in Winged beans?

Per 100 g, Winged beans provides Potassium 274 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (14%).

Is Winged beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Winged beans falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 274 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Winged beans compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Winged beans ranks less on Potassium (274 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.