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Yardlong beans, mature seeds, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Yardlong beans lands in the Higher risk band: Potassium is 58% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus559 mg56%
High
Sodium17 mg<1%
Low
Potassium1157 mg58%
High

About this food

For Legumes & Nuts, Yardlong beans is a typical example. 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

Yardlong beans's potassium is the top contributor (58% 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

Protein24.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber11 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

Practical tip: 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?

Yardlong beans is rated Higher risk: Potassium is 58% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Yardlong beans rated Higher risk?

Yardlong beans's Potassium content (1157 mg) equals 58% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Yardlong beans?

Per 100 g, Yardlong beans contains Potassium 1157 mg, which is 58% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Yardlong beans safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Yardlong beans exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 1157 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

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

Compared with the typical Legumes & Nuts food, Yardlong beans has more Potassium - 1157 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.