Tahini — Sesame Paste — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

73%

Sodium

Potassium

21%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🧂 Condiments & Oils Avoid

Tahini — Sesame Paste

Q: Is Tahini — Sesame Paste safe for people with kidney disease?

Tahini — Sesame Paste is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 732.0mg phosphorus, 115.0mg sodium, and 414.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Tahini — Sesame Paste?

A 100.0g serving of Tahini — Sesame Paste contains 732mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 73% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Tahini — Sesame Paste?

Per 100.0g serving, Tahini — Sesame Paste provides 115mg of sodium — about 5% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Tahini — Sesame Paste?

Tahini — Sesame Paste contains 414mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 21% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

595 kcal

Protein

17.0 g

Carbs

21.0 g

Fat

53.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

732 mg

73% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

115 mg

5% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

414 mg

21% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Tahini — Sesame Paste 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 mediterranean-foods. USDA. For hummus + baba ghanoush. P extreme.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Condiments & Oils? Try these instead:

Apple Cider Vinegar (Giam Tao)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tahini — Sesame Paste safe for people with kidney disease?

Tahini — Sesame Paste is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 732.0mg phosphorus, 115.0mg sodium, and 414.0mg 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 Tahini — Sesame Paste?

A 100.0g serving of Tahini — Sesame Paste contains 732mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 73% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Tahini — Sesame Paste?

Per 100.0g serving, Tahini — Sesame Paste provides 115mg of sodium — about 5% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Tahini — Sesame Paste?

Tahini — Sesame Paste contains 414mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 21% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Tahini — Sesame Paste?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Tahini — Sesame Paste 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.