Leaf Green Lettuce is Moderate for kidney disease patients
Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Leaf Green Lettuce — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
3%
Sodium
1%
Potassium
14%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥦 Vegetables Moderate

Leaf Green Lettuce

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
0 kcal
Protein
1.1 g
Carbs
4.1 g
Fat
0.2 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
26 mg
3% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
28 mg
1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
277 mg
14% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Leaf Green Lettuce 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leaf Green Lettuce safe for people with kidney disease?
Leaf Green Lettuce is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 26.6mg phosphorus, 28.9mg sodium, and 277.1mg 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 Leaf Green Lettuce?
A 100.0g serving of Leaf Green Lettuce contains 26mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Leaf Green Lettuce?
Per 100.0g serving, Leaf Green Lettuce provides 28mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Leaf Green Lettuce?
Leaf Green Lettuce contains 277mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 14% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Leaf Green Lettuce?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Leaf Green Lettuce 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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Last updated: March 15, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines