Sardine — Sardina is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Sardine — Sardina — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
49%
Sodium
13%
Potassium
20%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Sardine — Sardina

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
208 kcal
Protein
25.0 g
Carbs
0.0 g
Fat
11.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
490 mg
49% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
307 mg
13% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
397 mg
20% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Sardine — Sardina 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 spanish-foods.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sardine — Sardina safe for people with kidney disease?
Sardine — Sardina is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 490.0mg phosphorus, 307.0mg sodium, and 397.0mg 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 Sardine — Sardina?
A 100.0g serving of Sardine — Sardina contains 490mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 49% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Sardine — Sardina?
Per 100.0g serving, Sardine — Sardina provides 307mg of sodium — about 13% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Sardine — Sardina?
Sardine — Sardina contains 397mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 20% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Sardine — Sardina?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sardine — Sardina 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