Water Spinach (Rau Muong) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

16%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Water Spinach (Rau Muong)

Q: Is Water Spinach (Rau Muong) safe for people with kidney disease?

Water Spinach (Rau Muong) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 39.0mg phosphorus, 113.0mg sodium, and 312.0mg 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 Water Spinach (Rau Muong)?

A 100.0g serving of Water Spinach (Rau Muong) contains 39mg 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 Water Spinach (Rau Muong)?

Per 100.0g serving, Water Spinach (Rau Muong) provides 113mg of sodium — about 5% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Water Spinach (Rau Muong)?

Water Spinach (Rau Muong) contains 312mg 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

19 kcal

Protein

2.6 g

Carbs

3.1 g

Fat

0.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

39 mg

4% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

113 mg

5% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

312 mg

16% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Water Spinach (Rau Muong) 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

Vietnamese expansion. USDA. Boiling + discarding water reduces K 30-50%.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Vegetables? Try these instead:

Bella Vista; 6/#10 Tomato Sauce -

Prune Prune With Pulp Juice

Phosphorus17 mg

Sodium6 mg

Potassium246 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Water Spinach (Rau Muong) safe for people with kidney disease?

Water Spinach (Rau Muong) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 39.0mg phosphorus, 113.0mg sodium, and 312.0mg 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 Water Spinach (Rau Muong)?

A 100.0g serving of Water Spinach (Rau Muong) contains 39mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 4% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Water Spinach (Rau Muong)?

Per 100.0g serving, Water Spinach (Rau Muong) provides 113mg of sodium — about 5% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Water Spinach (Rau Muong)?

Water Spinach (Rau Muong) contains 312mg 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 Water Spinach (Rau Muong)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Water Spinach (Rau Muong) 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.