Brussels Sprouts is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Brussels Sprouts — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
7%
Sodium
1%
Potassium
19%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Brussels Sprouts

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
43 kcal
Protein
3.0 g
Carbs
9.0 g
Fat
0.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
69 mg
7% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
25 mg
1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
389 mg
19% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Brussels Sprouts 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 british-foods. Christmas dinner.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brussels Sprouts safe for people with kidney disease?
Brussels Sprouts is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 69.0mg phosphorus, 25.0mg sodium, and 389.0mg 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 Brussels Sprouts?
A 100.0g serving of Brussels Sprouts contains 69mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 7% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Brussels Sprouts?
Per 100.0g serving, Brussels Sprouts provides 25mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Brussels Sprouts?
Brussels Sprouts contains 389mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 19% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Brussels Sprouts?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Brussels Sprouts 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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Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines