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Yokan, prepared from adzuki beans and sugar

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Yokan is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest at 4% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus40 mg4%
Low
Sodium83 mg4%
Low
Potassium45 mg2%
Low

About this food

Yokan belongs to the Legumes & Nuts category. 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

Yokan's sodium is the top contributor (4% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein3.3 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: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Yokan safe for kidney disease?

Yokan is rated Kidney-friendly: Sodium is 4% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Yokan rated Kidney-friendly?

Yokan's Sodium content (83 mg) equals 4% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Yokan?

Per 100 g, Yokan contains Sodium 83 mg, which is 4% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Yokan safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Yokan falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 45 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Yokan compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Compared with the typical Legumes & Nuts food, Yokan has less Sodium - 83 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.