CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

15%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Okra — Bamya

Q: Is Okra — Bamya safe for people with kidney disease?

Okra — Bamya is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 61.0mg phosphorus, 7.0mg sodium, and 299.0mg 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 Okra — Bamya?

A 100.0g serving of Okra — Bamya contains 61mg 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 Okra — Bamya?

Per 100.0g serving, Okra — Bamya provides 7mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Okra — Bamya?

Okra — Bamya contains 299mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 15% 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

33 kcal

Protein

1.9 g

Carbs

7.5 g

Fat

0.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

61 mg

6% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

7 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

299 mg

15% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Okra — Bamya 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. Greek + Lebanese.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Vegetables? Try these instead:

Tomato Juice Cocktail

100% Juice Orange Giant Eagle

Broccoli Florets Sliced Zucchini Green Goddess Whole Grain Blend Of Brown Rice & Red Quinoa

Phosphorus76 mg

Sodium101 mg

Potassium133 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Okra — Bamya safe for people with kidney disease?

Okra — Bamya is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 61.0mg phosphorus, 7.0mg sodium, and 299.0mg 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 Okra — Bamya?

A 100.0g serving of Okra — Bamya contains 61mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 6% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Okra — Bamya?

Per 100.0g serving, Okra — Bamya provides 7mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Okra — Bamya?

Okra — Bamya contains 299mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 15% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Okra — Bamya?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Okra — Bamya 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.