10 Low Electrolyte Foods for People with Chronic Kidney Disease

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10 Low Electrolyte Foods for People with Chronic Kidney Disease

Electrolytes are essential nutrients necessary for maintaining a proper balance of hydration and pH in the body. (1) However, for those diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, limiting some or all electrolytes may be necessary. (2)

Electrolytes for the body include:

Key electrolytes include:

Sodium and chloride constitute table salt and are widely found in modern diets.

Foods low in electrolytes include refined oils, honey, certain boiled and drained vegetables, low mineral water, certain fruits, and for protein: egg whites. Below are 10 foods low in electrolytes. For more, see the articles on low potassium foods, and low phosphorus foods.

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Data Sources and References

  1. Goyal R, Jialal I. Electrolytes 2023 Jun 12. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan–. 31869067
  2. Lin J, Cheng Z, Ding X, Qian Q. Electrolyte and Acid-Base Disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease and End-Stage Kidney Failure Blood Purif. 2018;45(1-3):179-186. doi: 10.1159/000485155. Epub 2018 Jan 26. 29478053
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