CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

41%

Potassium

11%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Zucchini

Q: Is Zucchini safe for people with kidney disease?

Zucchini is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 32.0mg phosphorus, 951.0mg sodium, and 217.0mg 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 Zucchini?

A 100.0g serving of Zucchini contains 32mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Zucchini?

Per 100.0g serving, Zucchini provides 951mg of sodium — about 41% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Zucchini?

Zucchini contains 217mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 11% 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

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Calories

35 kcal

Protein

1.0 g

Carbs

7.4 g

Fat

0.3 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

32 mg

3% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

951 mg

41% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

217 mg

11% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Zucchini 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

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 75535000)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zucchini safe for people with kidney disease?

Zucchini is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 32.0mg phosphorus, 951.0mg sodium, and 217.0mg 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 Zucchini?

A 100.0g serving of Zucchini contains 32mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Zucchini?

Per 100.0g serving, Zucchini provides 951mg of sodium — about 41% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Zucchini?

Zucchini contains 217mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 11% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Zucchini?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Zucchini 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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