Coconut

Q: Is Coconut safe for people with kidney disease?

Coconut is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 113.0mg phosphorus, 20.0mg sodium, and 356.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Coconut?

A 100.0g serving of Coconut contains 113mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Coconut?

Per 100.0g serving, Coconut provides 20mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Coconut?

Coconut contains 356mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 18% 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

354 kcal

Protein

3.3 g

Carbs

15.2 g

Fat

33.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

113 mg

11% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

20 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

356 mg

18% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Coconut is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 42106000)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coconut safe for people with kidney disease?

Coconut is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 113.0mg phosphorus, 20.0mg sodium, and 356.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Coconut?

A 100.0g serving of Coconut contains 113mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Coconut?

Per 100.0g serving, Coconut provides 20mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Coconut?

Coconut contains 356mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 18% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Coconut?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Coconut is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.