Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

25%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale

Q: Is Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale safe for people with kidney disease?

Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 92.0mg phosphorus, 38.0mg sodium, and 491.0mg 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 Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale?

A 100.0g serving of Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale contains 92mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale?

Per 100.0g serving, Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale provides 38mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale?

Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale contains 491mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 25% 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

49 kcal

Protein

4.3 g

Carbs

9.0 g

Fat

0.9 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

92 mg

9% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

38 mg

2% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

491 mg

25% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale 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 italian-foods. Tuscan kale.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Vegetables? Try these instead:

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100% Crushed Fruit Concentrate Smoothie Mix

Phosphorus27 mg

Sodium0 mg

Potassium113 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale safe for people with kidney disease?

Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 92.0mg phosphorus, 38.0mg sodium, and 491.0mg 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 Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale?

A 100.0g serving of Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale contains 92mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale?

Per 100.0g serving, Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale provides 38mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale?

Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale contains 491mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 25% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cavolo Nero — Lacinato Kale 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.