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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

35%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

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Medjool Dates

Q: Is Medjool Dates safe for people with kidney disease?

Medjool Dates is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 43.0mg phosphorus, 22.0mg sodium, and 696.0mg 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 Medjool Dates?

A 100.0g serving of Medjool Dates contains 43mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 4% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Medjool Dates?

Per 100.0g serving, Medjool Dates provides 22mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Medjool Dates?

Medjool Dates contains 696mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 35% 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

304 kcal

Protein

2.2 g

Carbs

78.3 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

43 mg

4% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

22 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

696 mg

35% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Medjool Dates 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

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 517470) · FAMOUS FOOD PRODUCTS

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Medjool Dates safe for people with kidney disease?

Medjool Dates is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 43.0mg phosphorus, 22.0mg sodium, and 696.0mg 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 Medjool Dates?

A 100.0g serving of Medjool Dates contains 43mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 4% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Medjool Dates?

Per 100.0g serving, Medjool Dates provides 22mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Medjool Dates?

Medjool Dates contains 696mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 35% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Medjool Dates?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Medjool Dates 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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