Cauliflower

Q: Is Cauliflower safe for people with kidney disease?

Cauliflower is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 24.0mg phosphorus, 147.0mg sodium, and 135.0mg 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 Cauliflower?

A 100.0g serving of Cauliflower contains 24mg 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 Cauliflower?

Per 100.0g serving, Cauliflower provides 147mg of sodium — about 6% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cauliflower?

Cauliflower contains 135mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% 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

38 kcal

Protein

1.6 g

Carbs

3.6 g

Fat

2.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

24 mg

2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

147 mg

6% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

135 mg

7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Cauliflower 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: 75214031)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cauliflower safe for people with kidney disease?

Cauliflower is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 24.0mg phosphorus, 147.0mg sodium, and 135.0mg 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 Cauliflower?

A 100.0g serving of Cauliflower contains 24mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cauliflower?

Per 100.0g serving, Cauliflower provides 147mg of sodium — about 6% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cauliflower?

Cauliflower contains 135mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cauliflower?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cauliflower 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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