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Yardlong beans, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
ModerateYardlong beans receives a Moderate rating. Phosphorus leads the three minerals at 18% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus181 mg18%
Moderate
Sodium241 mg12%
Low
Potassium315 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

In a CKD diet, Legumes & Nuts deserve attention: Yardlong beans - 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.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus leads at 18%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Natural plant source (lower absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein8.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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 Yardlong beans safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Yardlong beans is Moderate - Phosphorus (18%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Yardlong beans rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Yardlong beans's Phosphorus is 181 mg, 18% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Yardlong beans?

In every 100 g of Yardlong beans, Phosphorus is about 181 mg - roughly 18% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Yardlong beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Yardlong beans exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 315 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

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

Against the Legumes & Nuts average, Yardlong beans shows less Phosphorus (181 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.