Can Kidney Patients Eat Corn? What You Should Know Before Taking Another Bite

Corn is a favorite summer food for many people. Whether it is grilled, boiled, added to a salad, or mixed into a favorite dish, sweet corn is both filling and naturally flavorful.

But if you’ve been told to follow a kidney-friendly diet, you may wonder: Can you still eat corn?

The short answer is: for many people with kidney disease, corn can fit into a kidney-friendly eating plan—but the right amount depends on your individual needs.

Is Corn Good for a Kidney-Friendly Diet?

Corn can be a reasonable choice because it is a plant-based food and can be prepared without large amounts of sodium.

In fact, the National Kidney Foundation features a spice-rubbed corn recipe specifically categorized as low in sodium, phosphorus, and potassium. One serving (½ corn cob) in that recipe provides about 141 mg of