Red Lentils

Q: Is Red Lentils safe for people with kidney disease?

Red Lentils is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 180.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 369.0mg 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 phosphorus is in Red Lentils?

A 100.0g serving of Red Lentils contains 180mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 18% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Red Lentils?

Per 100.0g serving, Red Lentils provides 2mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Red Lentils?

Red Lentils contains 369mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 18% 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

116 kcal

Protein

9.0 g

Carbs

20.0 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

180 mg

18% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

2 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

369 mg

18% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Red Lentils 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 lebanese-foods. Lentil soup (shorbet adas).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Lentils safe for people with kidney disease?

Red Lentils is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 180.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 369.0mg 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 Red Lentils?

A 100.0g serving of Red Lentils contains 180mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 18% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Red Lentils?

Per 100.0g serving, Red Lentils provides 2mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Red Lentils?

Red Lentils contains 369mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 18% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Red Lentils?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Red Lentils 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.