Cucumber — Huang Gua is Limit for kidney disease patients
Limit intake if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Cucumber — Huang Gua — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
2%
Sodium
0%
Potassium
7%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥦 Vegetables Limit

Cucumber — Huang Gua

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
15 kcal
Protein
0.7 g
Carbs
3.6 g
Fat
0.1 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
24 mg
2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
2 mg
0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
147 mg
7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Limit for CKD

Cucumber — Huang Gua 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 chinese-foods. USDA. ⭐ CKD-friendly raw vegetable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cucumber — Huang Gua safe for people with kidney disease?
Cucumber — Huang Gua is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 24.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 147.0mg 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 Cucumber — Huang Gua?
A 100.0g serving of Cucumber — Huang Gua contains 24mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Cucumber — Huang Gua?
Per 100.0g serving, Cucumber — Huang Gua provides 2mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Cucumber — Huang Gua?
Cucumber — Huang Gua contains 147mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Cucumber — Huang Gua?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cucumber — Huang Gua 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.

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