Small Taro (Khoai So) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

27%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Small Taro (Khoai So)

Q: Is Small Taro (Khoai So) safe for people with kidney disease?

Small Taro (Khoai So) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 85.0mg phosphorus, 11.0mg sodium, and 540.0mg 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 Small Taro (Khoai So)?

A 100.0g serving of Small Taro (Khoai So) contains 85mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Small Taro (Khoai So)?

Per 100.0g serving, Small Taro (Khoai So) provides 11mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Small Taro (Khoai So)?

Small Taro (Khoai So) contains 540mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 27% 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

100 kcal

Protein

1.8 g

Carbs

24.0 g

Fat

0.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

85 mg

9% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

11 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

540 mg

27% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Small Taro (Khoai So) 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

Vietnamese expansion. USDA. Vit hau soup base.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Vegetables? Try these instead:

Safe

Peach Pear Apricot 100% Crushed Smoothie Mix Fruit Concentrate

Winter Melon — Dong Gua

Chayote (Christophine)

Phosphorus18 mg

Sodium2 mg

Potassium125 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Small Taro (Khoai So) safe for people with kidney disease?

Small Taro (Khoai So) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 85.0mg phosphorus, 11.0mg sodium, and 540.0mg 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 Small Taro (Khoai So)?

A 100.0g serving of Small Taro (Khoai So) contains 85mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Small Taro (Khoai So)?

Per 100.0g serving, Small Taro (Khoai So) provides 11mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Small Taro (Khoai So)?

Small Taro (Khoai So) contains 540mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 27% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Small Taro (Khoai So)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Small Taro (Khoai So) 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.