CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

16%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Carrot

Q: Is Carrot safe for people with kidney disease?

Carrot is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 35.0mg phosphorus, 69.0mg sodium, and 320.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Carrot?

A 100.0g serving of Carrot contains 35mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 4% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Carrot?

Per 100.0g serving, Carrot provides 69mg of sodium — about 3% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Carrot?

Carrot contains 320mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 16% 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

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

41 kcal

Protein

0.9 g

Carbs

10.0 g

Fat

0.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

35 mg

4% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

69 mg

3% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

320 mg

16% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Carrot contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

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

Source & Notes

Imported from mediterranean-foods. USDA.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Vegetables? Try these instead:

Mixed Berry Smoothie Berry Tasty Daily Greens

Smothie Raspberry Stonyfield Organic

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carrot safe for people with kidney disease?

Carrot is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 35.0mg phosphorus, 69.0mg sodium, and 320.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Carrot?

A 100.0g serving of Carrot contains 35mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 4% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Carrot?

Per 100.0g serving, Carrot provides 69mg of sodium — about 3% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Carrot?

Carrot contains 320mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 16% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Carrot?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Carrot is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.