Is Broccoli Good For People With Chronic Kidney Disease? A Review By Nutrition Professionals

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Expert opinion from Cate F Keen

Bachelor of Health Science (Food & Nutrition) · 2 years of experience · Australia

Yes, broccoli can make a great addition to the diet of someone with chronic kidney disease. Broccoli has a wide range of beneficial nutrients that aid in kidney repair and function including K, C and B Vitamins, manganese, magnesium and copper. Broccoli also has a low sodium content and a moderate potassium content making it a well balanced food source for well balanced kidney function.

Expert opinion from Mariana Brkic

Bachelor in Nutrition · 10 years of experience · Argentina

Many people who have kidney disease need to limit minerals such as sodium, phosphorus and potassium. Broccoli is not high in any of these nutrients and can be consumed on a renal diet.

Expert opinion from Cassia D Muller

Bechelor in Nutrition · 2 years of experience · Brazil

It can be ingested at will if it is cooked without the skin, cut into small pieces and in a good amount of water, this water must be discarded.

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