Lettuce and CKD: Potassium, Phosphorus & Sodium Reference
Based on the daily limits this site uses, Lettuce lands in the Kidney-friendly tier. Lettuce is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (7%), all below 15% of limits.
About Lettuce
Lettuce sits in the Vegetables group. 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
Potassium is the highest of the three at 7%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium per 100 g
Practical tips
How to eat it more safely: 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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