Cranberries (Fresh) is Safe for kidney disease patients
Good choice for kidney disease patients · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Cranberries (Fresh) — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
1%
Sodium
0%
Potassium
4%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Cranberries (Fresh)

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
46 kcal
Protein
0.0 g
Carbs
12.0 g
Fat
0.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
13 mg
1% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
2 mg
0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
85 mg
4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Safe for CKD

Cranberries (Fresh) is a kidney-friendly choice. With low levels of restricted minerals (phosphorus, sodium, potassium), you can include this in your CKD diet without strict portion limits. Still, balance with other foods throughout the day.

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

Source & Notes

Imported from american-foods. ⭐ Thanksgiving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cranberries (Fresh) safe for people with kidney disease?
Cranberries (Fresh) is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 13.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 85.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Cranberries (Fresh)?
A 100.0g serving of Cranberries (Fresh) contains 13mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 1% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Cranberries (Fresh)?
Per 100.0g serving, Cranberries (Fresh) provides 2mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Cranberries (Fresh)?
Cranberries (Fresh) contains 85mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Cranberries (Fresh)?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cranberries (Fresh) is rated Safe (Good choice for kidney disease patients), it is generally a good choice for dialysis patients in normal portions. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines