Cantaloupe Melons

Q: Is Cantaloupe Melons safe for people with kidney disease?

Cantaloupe Melons is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 17.0mg phosphorus, 30.0mg sodium, and 157.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Cantaloupe Melons?

A 100.0g serving of Cantaloupe Melons contains 17mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cantaloupe Melons?

Per 100.0g serving, Cantaloupe Melons provides 30mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cantaloupe Melons?

Cantaloupe Melons contains 157mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% 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

34 kcal

Protein

0.8 g

Carbs

8.2 g

Fat

0.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

17 mg

2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

30 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

157 mg

8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Cantaloupe Melons is a kidney-friendly choice. With low levels of restricted minerals (phosphorus, sodium, potassium), you can include this in your CKD diet without strict portion limits. Still, balance with other foods throughout the day.

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

Source & Notes

USDA Foundation Foods (fdc_id: 327198)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cantaloupe Melons safe for people with kidney disease?

Cantaloupe Melons is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 17.0mg phosphorus, 30.0mg sodium, and 157.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Cantaloupe Melons?

A 100.0g serving of Cantaloupe Melons contains 17mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cantaloupe Melons?

Per 100.0g serving, Cantaloupe Melons provides 30mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cantaloupe Melons?

Cantaloupe Melons contains 157mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cantaloupe Melons?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cantaloupe Melons is rated Safe (Good choice for kidney disease patients), it is generally a good choice for dialysis patients in normal portions. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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