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Yardlong bean, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Yardlong bean 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)

Phosphorus57 mg6%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium290 mg14%
Low

About this food

About Yardlong bean: 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

Yardlong bean's potassium is the top contributor (14% 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

Protein2.5 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

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 Yardlong bean safe for kidney disease?

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

Why is Yardlong bean rated Kidney-friendly?

Yardlong bean is rated Kidney-friendly because Potassium is 14% of its limit (290 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Potassium is in Yardlong bean?

Per 100 g, Yardlong bean contains Potassium 290 mg, which is 14% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Yardlong bean safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Yardlong bean falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 290 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Yardlong bean compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Yardlong bean has less Potassium - 290 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.