Spinach and CKD: Potassium, Phosphorus & Sodium Reference

The rating for Spinach is Limit under CKD stage 3-4 limits. Spinach receives a Limit rating. Potassium at 28% of its limit is the highest of the three, so keep servings small.

About Spinach

In a CKD diet, Vegetables deserve attention: Spinach - 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

From the potassium angle (28%), how much Spinach fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium per 100 g

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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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