CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

13%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Moderate

Corn

Q: Is Corn safe for people with kidney disease?

Corn is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 87.0mg phosphorus, 144.0mg sodium, and 262.0mg 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 Corn?

A 100.0g serving of Corn contains 87mg 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 Corn?

Per 100.0g serving, Corn provides 144mg of sodium — about 6% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Corn?

Corn contains 262mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 13% 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

103 kcal

Protein

3.2 g

Carbs

18.1 g

Fat

3.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

87 mg

9% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

144 mg

6% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

262 mg

13% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Corn 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: 75216135)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corn safe for people with kidney disease?

Corn is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 87.0mg phosphorus, 144.0mg sodium, and 262.0mg 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 Corn?

A 100.0g serving of Corn contains 87mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Corn?

Per 100.0g serving, Corn provides 144mg of sodium — about 6% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Corn?

Corn contains 262mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 13% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Corn?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Corn 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.

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