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Yam, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Yam is rated Higher risk - Potassium exceeds 41% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus55 mg6%
Low
Sodium9 mg<1%
Low
Potassium816 mg41%
High

About this food

Yam 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

Yam's potassium is the top contributor (41% 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

Protein1.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine4 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate68 mgModerate oxalateNot rated · category estimate
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 Yam safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Yam is Higher risk. Main consideration: Potassium at 41% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Yam rated Higher risk?

Yam is rated Higher risk because Potassium is 41% of its limit (816 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Potassium is in Yam?

Per 100 g, Yam contains Potassium 816 mg, which is 41% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Yam safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Yam exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 816 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Yam compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Yam has more Potassium - 816 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.