CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

17%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Sweet Potato

Q: Is Sweet Potato safe for people with kidney disease?

Sweet Potato is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 47.0mg phosphorus, 55.0mg sodium, and 337.0mg 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 Potato?

A 100.0g serving of Sweet Potato contains 47mg 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 Sweet Potato?

Per 100.0g serving, Sweet Potato provides 55mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Sweet Potato?

Sweet Potato contains 337mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 17% 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

86 kcal

Protein

2.0 g

Carbs

20.0 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

47 mg

5% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

55 mg

2% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

337 mg

17% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Sweet Potato 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 american-foods. Holiday side.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Vegetables? Try these instead:

Ruby Red Grapefruit 100% Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice

Red Ripe Diced Tomatoes

Phosphorus18 mg

Sodium125 mg

Potassium198 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sweet Potato safe for people with kidney disease?

Sweet Potato is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 47.0mg phosphorus, 55.0mg sodium, and 337.0mg 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 Potato?

A 100.0g serving of Sweet Potato contains 47mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Sweet Potato?

Per 100.0g serving, Sweet Potato provides 55mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Sweet Potato?

Sweet Potato contains 337mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 17% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Sweet Potato?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sweet Potato 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.