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Also known as: भरवां बैंगन
Brinjal itself is low in potassium (229 mg/100g), but the stuffed preparation adds significant salt and spices — sodium ~450 mg/100g. For hypertensive kidney patients, the salt load is the concern, not the vegetable. Homemade versions with minimal salt are acceptable for all stages.
Values are approximate, based on USDA FoodData Central and ICMR-NIN Indian Food Composition Tables. Actual values vary by variety, ripeness, serving size, and cooking method. The database rating is a general reference, not an individualized diet recommendation.
1/2 cup (100g) — always count this toward your daily potassium, phosphorus, and (on dialysis) fluid budget.
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This content is a general reference, not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment plan. Do not change your diet, fluids, medicines, or dialysis plan without your nephrologist or renal dietitian. Individual recommendations depend on your labs, medications, conditions, and care plan.