Carrots is Safe for kidney disease patients
Good choice for kidney disease patients · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
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CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
2%
Sodium
1%
Potassium
8%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥦 Vegetables Safe

Carrots

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
23 kcal
Protein
0.6 g
Carbs
5.4 g
Fat
0.1 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
20 mg
2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
34 mg
1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
158 mg
8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Safe for CKD

Carrots 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 FNDDS (foodCode: 73103010)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carrots safe for people with kidney disease?
Carrots is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 20.0mg phosphorus, 34.0mg sodium, and 158.0mg 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 Carrots?
A 100.0g serving of Carrots contains 20mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Carrots?
Per 100.0g serving, Carrots provides 34mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Carrots?
Carrots contains 158mg 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 Carrots?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Carrots 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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Last updated: April 18, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines