Saffron — Safran is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Saffron — Safran — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
25%
Sodium
6%
Potassium
86%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Saffron — Safran

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
310 kcal
Protein
11.0 g
Carbs
65.0 g
Fat
6.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
252 mg
25% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
148 mg
6% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
1724 mg
86% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Saffron — Safran contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from french-foods. For bouillabaisse.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saffron — Safran safe for people with kidney disease?
Saffron — Safran is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 252.0mg phosphorus, 148.0mg sodium, and 1724.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Saffron — Safran?
A 100.0g serving of Saffron — Safran contains 252mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 25% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Saffron — Safran?
Per 100.0g serving, Saffron — Safran provides 148mg of sodium — about 6% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Saffron — Safran?
Saffron — Safran contains 1724mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 86% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Saffron — Safran?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Saffron — Safran is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines