Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

25%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍿 Snacks Avoid

Tostones (Fried Green Plantains)

Q: Is Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) safe for people with kidney disease?

Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 34.0mg phosphorus, 4.0mg sodium, and 499.0mg 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 potassium is in Tostones (Fried Green Plantains)?

Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) contains 499mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 25% 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

190 kcal

Protein

1.0 g

Carbs

32.0 g

Fat

7.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

34 mg

3% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

4 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

499 mg

25% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) 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 latin-foods. Twice-fried.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) safe for people with kidney disease?

Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 34.0mg phosphorus, 4.0mg sodium, and 499.0mg 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 Tostones (Fried Green Plantains)?

A 100.0g serving of Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) contains 34mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Tostones (Fried Green Plantains)?

Per 100.0g serving, Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) provides 4mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Tostones (Fried Green Plantains)?

Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) contains 499mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 25% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Tostones (Fried Green Plantains)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) 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.