High in potassium (about 540–610 mg per medium unit). You can reduce the mineral content by cooking or soaking them before cooking.
10. Tomatoes and tomato-based sauces
One cup of ketchup can contain up to 700–900 mg of potassium, depending on the source. It is advisable to limit its consumption.
11. Processed meats
Ham, sausages, sausages, etc., contain a lot of sodium and phosphorus, as well as protein. Its consumption should be moderate.
12. Pickles, olives and pickles
All are high in sodium. Although there are versions with lower salt, they are still a significant burden.
13. Salty snacks (chips, pretzels, crackers)
In addition to sodium, potato chips provide potassium, which makes them unsuitable snacks.
What favorable foods can be added to the kidney diet?
Although the article focuses on foods to avoid, it is valuable to add recommendations based on recent sources:
