CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

13%

Sodium

20%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Chicken Empanada

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

Chicken Empanada is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 133.0mg phosphorus, 460.0mg sodium, and 185.0mg 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 Chicken Empanada?

A 100.0g serving of Chicken Empanada contains 133mg 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 Chicken Empanada?

Per 100.0g serving, Chicken Empanada provides 460mg of sodium — about 20% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Chicken Empanada?

Chicken Empanada contains 185mg 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

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Calories

309 kcal

Protein

12.6 g

Carbs

27.4 g

Fat

16.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

133 mg

13% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

460 mg

20% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

185 mg

9% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Chicken 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: 58116125)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Chocolate Chocolate Flavor Quick Cooking Hot Wheat Cereal

White Long Grain Unenriched Rice

Brown With Tomatoes And/or Tomato Based Sauce Rice

Phosphorus76 mg

Sodium174 mg

Potassium114 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken Empanada safe for people with kidney disease?

Chicken Empanada is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 133.0mg phosphorus, 460.0mg sodium, and 185.0mg 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 Chicken Empanada?

A 100.0g serving of Chicken Empanada contains 133mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 13% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Chicken Empanada?

Per 100.0g serving, Chicken Empanada provides 460mg of sodium — about 20% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Chicken Empanada?

Chicken Empanada contains 185mg 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 Chicken Empanada?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Chicken 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.