Calamansi (Filipino Lime)

Q: Is Calamansi (Filipino Lime) safe for people with kidney disease?

Calamansi (Filipino Lime) is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 14.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 130.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Calamansi (Filipino Lime)?

A 100.0g serving of Calamansi (Filipino Lime) contains 14mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 1% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Calamansi (Filipino Lime)?

Per 100.0g serving, Calamansi (Filipino Lime) provides 2mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Calamansi (Filipino Lime)?

Calamansi (Filipino Lime) contains 130mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% 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

29 kcal

Protein

0.0 g

Carbs

9.0 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

14 mg

1% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

2 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

130 mg

7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Calamansi (Filipino Lime) is a kidney-friendly choice. With low levels of restricted minerals (phosphorus, sodium, potassium), you can include this in your CKD diet without strict portion limits. Still, balance with other foods throughout the day.

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

Source & Notes

Imported from filipino-foods. ⭐ Squeeze on everything.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calamansi (Filipino Lime) safe for people with kidney disease?

Calamansi (Filipino Lime) is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 14.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 130.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Calamansi (Filipino Lime)?

A 100.0g serving of Calamansi (Filipino Lime) contains 14mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 1% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Calamansi (Filipino Lime)?

Per 100.0g serving, Calamansi (Filipino Lime) provides 2mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Calamansi (Filipino Lime)?

Calamansi (Filipino Lime) contains 130mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Calamansi (Filipino Lime)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Calamansi (Filipino Lime) is rated Safe (Good choice for kidney disease patients), it is generally a good choice for dialysis patients in normal portions. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.