CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

15%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Moderate

Spinach

Q: Is Spinach safe for people with kidney disease?

Spinach is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 48.0mg phosphorus, 206.0mg sodium, and 292.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Spinach?

A 100.0g serving of Spinach contains 48mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Spinach?

Per 100.0g serving, Spinach provides 206mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Spinach?

Spinach contains 292mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 15% 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

59 kcal

Protein

3.9 g

Carbs

4.7 g

Fat

3.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

48 mg

5% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

206 mg

9% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

292 mg

15% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Spinach is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 72125224)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spinach safe for people with kidney disease?

Spinach is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 48.0mg phosphorus, 206.0mg sodium, and 292.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Spinach?

A 100.0g serving of Spinach contains 48mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Spinach?

Per 100.0g serving, Spinach provides 206mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Spinach?

Spinach contains 292mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 15% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Spinach?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Spinach is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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