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Is cantaloupe good for kidneys?
Yes, cantaloupe is rich in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins that are beneficial to people with kidney disease.
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Is cantaloupe high in potassium?
One half cup of cantaloupe contains 214mg of potassium making it a high potassium fruit.
Many kidney professionals consider a vegetable to be high in potassium if it contains more than 200mg of potassium.
If you have kidney disease, you should not restrict your intake of fruits and vegetables because of potassium content unless instructed by your kidney dietitian or healthcare provider. Many people who have kidney disease do not need to restrict their intake of potassium. There are many other factors that could cause you to have high potassium levels that are not related to the food you eat. You can learn more about potassium and kidney disease through our low cost course.
Is cantaloupe high in phosphorus?
No. One half cup of cantaloupe contains about 12mg of phosphorus. The phosphorus found in cantaloupe is natural and poorly absorbed by the body, so it is considered a low phosphorus food.
For more information about phosphorus and kidney disease, check out our youtube video.
What are the benefits of cantaloupe?
- Cantaloupe contain vitamins and antioxidants. Antioxidants consumed through fruits and vegetables are considered to have protective effects against many chronic diseases.
- Cantaloupe 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 cantaloupe
- Fresh on it’s own as a snack, or mix it with other fruits to make a fruit salad
- Use cantaloupe as a topping with yogurt, like we did with other fruit in our kidney friendly blueberry banana yogurt parfait
- Blend it into your smoothie for some tropical flavor like we did with other fruit in our Blueberry Banana Peanut Low Protein Smoothie
- Blend it with kidney-friendly yogurt and make popsicles
Is cantaloupe high in oxalates?
No, cantaloupe is considered a low oxalate foods. (Source)
Oxalates are naturally occurring compounds found in many foods. When consumed, oxalates can bind with calcium in the body to form crystals, which can contribute to the formation of kidney stones in some individuals.
Kidney stones are hard deposits that form in the kidneys when there are high levels of certain substances, such as calcium, oxalate, and uric acid, in the urine. The most common type of kidney stone is calcium oxalate stones, which are formed when calcium and oxalate combine in the urine.
While oxalates are present in many foods, not everyone who consumes oxalates will develop kidney stones. Factors such as individual susceptibility, overall diet, and lifestyle choices play a role in kidney stone formation.
The highest oxalate fruits and vegetables are spinach, rhubarb, and swiss chard. However, it’s important to note that the mere presence of oxalates in food does not guarantee kidney stone formation. If you are not prone to developing kidney stones, then there is no reason to avoid foods that are high in oxalate.
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.
