Mint — Fresh is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Mint — Fresh — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
7%
Sodium
1%
Potassium
28%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🧂 Condiments & Oils Avoid

Mint — Fresh

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
70 kcal
Protein
3.8 g
Carbs
15.0 g
Fat
0.9 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
73 mg
7% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
30 mg
1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
569 mg
28% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Mint — Fresh 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

Imported from mediterranean-foods. USDA. For tabbouleh + tea.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mint — Fresh safe for people with kidney disease?
Mint — Fresh is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 73.0mg phosphorus, 30.0mg sodium, and 569.0mg 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 Mint — Fresh?
A 100.0g serving of Mint — Fresh contains 73mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 7% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Mint — Fresh?
Per 100.0g serving, Mint — Fresh provides 30mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Mint — Fresh?
Mint — Fresh contains 569mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 28% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Mint — Fresh?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Mint — Fresh 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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Last updated: June 2, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines