Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

24%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot)

Q: Is Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) safe for people with kidney disease?

Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 65.0mg phosphorus, 8.0mg sodium, and 477.0mg 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 phosphorus is in Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot)?

A 100.0g serving of Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) contains 65mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 7% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot)?

Per 100.0g serving, Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) provides 8mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot)?

Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) contains 477mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 24% 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

49 kcal

Protein

5.3 g

Carbs

9.0 g

Fat

0.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

65 mg

7% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

8 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

477 mg

24% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) 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

Vietnamese expansion. EST. Sauropus androgynus. Used in canh rau ngot.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Vegetables? Try these instead:

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Watermelon - Hibiscus Cold - Pressed Vegetable And Fruit Juice Drink Blend

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) safe for people with kidney disease?

Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 65.0mg phosphorus, 8.0mg sodium, and 477.0mg 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 Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot)?

A 100.0g serving of Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) contains 65mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 7% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot)?

Per 100.0g serving, Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) provides 8mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot)?

Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) contains 477mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 24% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sweet Leaf Bush (Rau Ngot) 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.