Sweet Potato and CKD: Potassium Data per 100 g

Per 100 g, Sweet Potato has 230 mg of Potassium — that is 12% of the daily limit. This sits in the Low band; check the food page for the other minerals as well.

About Sweet Potato

Sweet Potato (Vegetables). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Potassium is the highest of the three at 12%. 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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