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Are limes good for kidneys?
Yes, limes contain antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins that are beneficial to people with kidney disease.
Are limes high in oxalates?
No, limes are considered a low oxalate food (Source) If you are prone to developing kidney stones, avoiding oxalates is not necessarily the best approach to preventing future stones. I recommend signing up for my free kidney stone newsletter where I talk a lot about kidney stones, how to read your labwork, and what nutrition strategies to implement to prevent future stones.
Are limes high in potassium?
One whole lime contains 68mg of potassium making it a low potassium fruit.
Are limes high in phosphorus?
No. One lime contains about 12mg of phosphorus. The phosphorus found in limes is natural and poorly absorbed by the body, so it is considered a low phosphorus food.
What are the benefits of limes?
- Limes contain vitamins and antioxidants. Antioxidants consumed through fruits and vegetables are considered to have protective effects against many chronic diseases.
- Limes are also a good source of fiber. Fiber is important for gut health as well as helping the body maintain potassium levels.
- Research shows that a low intake of fruits and vegetables is associated with an increased risk of developing kidney failure in people with kidney disease (as well as those who don’t have kidney disease.
Healthy ways to eat limes
- Use lime juice on salads to add some tangy flavor instead of using a high sodium salad dressing
- Add lime juice to dips like guacamole or our Kidney Friendly Corn and Black Bean Salsa
High and Low Potassium Fruit and Vegetable Tool
Looking for more information on other kidney friendly fruits and vegetables? Check out our Fruit and Vegetable Potassium Tool.
