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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

23%

Sodium

17%

Potassium

13%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Moderate

Crab

Q: Is Crab safe for people with kidney disease?

Crab is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 234.0mg phosphorus, 395.0mg sodium, and 259.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Crab?

A 100.0g serving of Crab contains 234mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 23% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Crab?

Per 100.0g serving, Crab provides 395mg of sodium — about 17% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Crab?

Crab contains 259mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 13% 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

83 kcal

Protein

17.9 g

Carbs

0.0 g

Fat

0.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

234 mg

23% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

395 mg

17% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

259 mg

13% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Crab is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 26305160)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crab safe for people with kidney disease?

Crab is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 234.0mg phosphorus, 395.0mg sodium, and 259.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Crab?

A 100.0g serving of Crab contains 234mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 23% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Crab?

Per 100.0g serving, Crab provides 395mg of sodium — about 17% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Crab?

Crab contains 259mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 13% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Crab?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Crab is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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