Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit)

Q: Is Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) safe for people with kidney disease?

Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 20.0mg phosphorus, 1.0mg sodium, and 40.0mg 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 Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit)?

A 100.0g serving of Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) contains 20mg 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 Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit)?

Per 100.0g serving, Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) provides 1mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit)?

Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) contains 40mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 2% 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

60 kcal

Protein

1.0 g

Carbs

13.0 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

20 mg

2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

40 mg

2% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) 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

Imported from latin-foods. ⭐ Tropical.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) safe for people with kidney disease?

Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 20.0mg phosphorus, 1.0mg sodium, and 40.0mg 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 Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit)?

A 100.0g serving of Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) contains 20mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit)?

Per 100.0g serving, Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) provides 1mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit)?

Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) contains 40mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 2% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Pitahaya (Dragon Fruit) 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.