CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

13%

Sodium

20%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Beef Empanada

Q: Is Beef Empanada safe for people with kidney disease?

Beef Empanada is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 125.0mg phosphorus, 459.0mg sodium, and 187.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Beef Empanada?

A 100.0g serving of Beef Empanada contains 125mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 13% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Beef Empanada?

Per 100.0g serving, Beef Empanada provides 459mg of sodium — about 20% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Beef Empanada?

Beef Empanada contains 187mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% 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

333 kcal

Protein

12.1 g

Carbs

27.4 g

Fat

19.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

125 mg

13% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

459 mg

20% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

187 mg

9% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Beef Empanada is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 58116117)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

Chocolate Chocolate Quick Cooking Hot Wheat Cereal

White With Tomatoes And/or Tomato-based Sauce Rice

Phosphorus33 mg

Sodium198 mg

Potassium85 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beef Empanada safe for people with kidney disease?

Beef Empanada is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 125.0mg phosphorus, 459.0mg sodium, and 187.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Beef Empanada?

A 100.0g serving of Beef Empanada contains 125mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 13% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Beef Empanada?

Per 100.0g serving, Beef Empanada provides 459mg of sodium — about 20% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Beef Empanada?

Beef Empanada contains 187mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Beef Empanada?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Beef Empanada is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.