Alfalfa Sprouts

Q: Is Alfalfa Sprouts safe for people with kidney disease?

Alfalfa Sprouts is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 70.0mg phosphorus, 6.0mg sodium, and 79.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Alfalfa Sprouts?

A 100.0g serving of Alfalfa Sprouts contains 70mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 7% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Alfalfa Sprouts?

Per 100.0g serving, Alfalfa Sprouts provides 6mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Alfalfa Sprouts?

Alfalfa Sprouts contains 79mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

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Calories

23 kcal

Protein

4.0 g

Carbs

2.1 g

Fat

0.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

70 mg

7% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

6 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

79 mg

4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Alfalfa Sprouts is a kidney-friendly choice. With low levels of restricted minerals (phosphorus, sodium, potassium), you can include this in your CKD diet without strict portion limits. Still, balance with other foods throughout the day.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 75100500)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alfalfa Sprouts safe for people with kidney disease?

Alfalfa Sprouts is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 70.0mg phosphorus, 6.0mg sodium, and 79.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Alfalfa Sprouts?

A 100.0g serving of Alfalfa Sprouts contains 70mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 7% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Alfalfa Sprouts?

Per 100.0g serving, Alfalfa Sprouts provides 6mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Alfalfa Sprouts?

Alfalfa Sprouts contains 79mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Alfalfa Sprouts?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Alfalfa Sprouts is rated Safe (Good choice for kidney disease patients), it is generally a good choice for dialysis patients in normal portions. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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