CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

12%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Limit

Romaine Lettuce

Q: Is Romaine Lettuce safe for people with kidney disease?

Romaine Lettuce is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 30.0mg phosphorus, 8.0mg sodium, and 247.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Romaine Lettuce?

A 100.0g serving of Romaine Lettuce contains 30mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Romaine Lettuce?

Per 100.0g serving, Romaine Lettuce provides 8mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Romaine Lettuce?

Romaine Lettuce contains 247mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% 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

17 kcal

Protein

1.2 g

Carbs

3.3 g

Fat

0.3 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

30 mg

3% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

8 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

247 mg

12% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Romaine Lettuce is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from mediterranean-foods. USDA. ⭐

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Vegetables? Try these instead:

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Stage 1 ,Toddler Squash

Smothie Raspberry Stonyfield Organic

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Romaine Lettuce safe for people with kidney disease?

Romaine Lettuce is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 30.0mg phosphorus, 8.0mg sodium, and 247.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Romaine Lettuce?

A 100.0g serving of Romaine Lettuce contains 30mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Romaine Lettuce?

Per 100.0g serving, Romaine Lettuce provides 8mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Romaine Lettuce?

Romaine Lettuce contains 247mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Romaine Lettuce?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Romaine Lettuce is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.