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The Persian table is rice-forward and herb-heavy, which is good news for potassium — but yogurt sides, lamb portions and dried fruits push the load up. This list ranks Iranian staples so you can keep the flavor without blowing your renal budget.
Persian staples ranked by potassium — rice, yogurt, saffron and stews for a renal diet.
Values are per 100g (USDA FoodData Central / ICMR-NIN). Your actual serving may differ — always multiply by your portion. For a personal plan, check each food's guide for serving advice, leaching techniques, and safer alternatives. Your nephrologist and renal dietitian set YOUR individual limits.
Browse all foods with full guidesThis 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.