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Winged beans, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Winged beans is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 15% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus153 mg15%
Moderate
Sodium13 mg<1%
Low
Potassium280 mg14%
Low

About this food

Winged beans is a common member of Legumes & Nuts. Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus leads at 15%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Natural plant source (lower absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein10.6 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

How to eat it more safely: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Winged beans safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Winged beans is Moderate - Phosphorus (15%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Winged beans rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Winged beans's Phosphorus is 153 mg, 15% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Winged beans?

In every 100 g of Winged beans, Phosphorus is about 153 mg - roughly 15% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Winged beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Winged beans falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 280 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Winged beans compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Against the Legumes & Nuts average, Winged beans shows less Phosphorus (153 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.