Fava Beans

Q: Is Fava Beans safe for people with kidney disease?

Fava Beans is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 125.0mg phosphorus, 50.0mg sodium, and 268.0mg 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 Fava Beans?

A 100.0g serving of Fava Beans contains 125mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 13% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Fava Beans?

Per 100.0g serving, Fava Beans provides 50mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Fava Beans?

Fava Beans contains 268mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 13% 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

110 kcal

Protein

7.6 g

Carbs

18.0 g

Fat

0.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

125 mg

13% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

50 mg

2% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

268 mg

13% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Fava Beans 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. For ful medames.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fava Beans safe for people with kidney disease?

Fava Beans is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 125.0mg phosphorus, 50.0mg sodium, and 268.0mg 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 Fava Beans?

A 100.0g serving of Fava Beans contains 125mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 13% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Fava Beans?

Per 100.0g serving, Fava Beans provides 50mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Fava Beans?

Fava Beans contains 268mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 13% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Fava Beans?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Fava Beans 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.