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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

33%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍎 Fruits Avoid

Date

Q: Is Date safe for people with kidney disease?

Date is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 62.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 656.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Date?

A 100.0g serving of Date contains 62mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 6% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Date?

Per 100.0g serving, Date provides 2mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Date?

Date contains 656mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 33% 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

282 kcal

Protein

2.5 g

Carbs

75.0 g

Fat

0.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

62 mg

6% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

2 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

656 mg

33% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Date contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 62110100)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Date safe for people with kidney disease?

Date is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 62.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 656.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Date?

A 100.0g serving of Date contains 62mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 6% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Date?

Per 100.0g serving, Date provides 2mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Date?

Date contains 656mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 33% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Date?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Date is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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