Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

27%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🧂 Condiments & Oils Avoid

Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai)

Q: Is Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) safe for people with kidney disease?

Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 60.0mg phosphorus, 12.0mg sodium, and 530.0mg 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 potassium is in Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai)?

Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) contains 530mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 27% 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

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Calories

35 kcal

Protein

3.0 g

Carbs

5.5 g

Fat

0.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

60 mg

6% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

12 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

530 mg

27% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) 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

Vietnamese condiment. EST. Long serrated leaves. Pho/canh chua essential.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Aceto di Vino Rosso — Red Wine Vinegar

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) safe for people with kidney disease?

Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 60.0mg phosphorus, 12.0mg sodium, and 530.0mg 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 Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai)?

A 100.0g serving of Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) contains 60mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 6% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai)?

Per 100.0g serving, Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) provides 12mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai)?

Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) contains 530mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 27% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sawtooth Coriander / Culantro (Ngo Gai) 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.