Dates — Medjool is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Dates — Medjool — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
6%
Sodium
0%
Potassium
35%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Dates — Medjool

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
277 kcal
Protein
1.8 g
Carbs
75.0 g
Fat
0.2 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
62 mg
6% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
1 mg
0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
696 mg
35% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Dates — Medjool 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. K extreme.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dates — Medjool safe for people with kidney disease?
Dates — Medjool is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 62.0mg phosphorus, 1.0mg sodium, and 696.0mg 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 Dates — Medjool?
A 100.0g serving of Dates — Medjool contains 62mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 6% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Dates — Medjool?
Per 100.0g serving, Dates — Medjool provides 1mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Dates — Medjool?
Dates — Medjool contains 696mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 35% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Dates — Medjool?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Dates — Medjool 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.

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Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines