Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

31%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do)

Q: Is Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) safe for people with kidney disease?

Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 50.0mg phosphorus, 20.0mg sodium, and 611.0mg 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 Amaranth (Rau Den Do)?

A 100.0g serving of Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) contains 50mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do)?

Per 100.0g serving, Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) provides 20mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do)?

Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) contains 611mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 31% 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

23 kcal

Protein

2.5 g

Carbs

4.0 g

Fat

0.3 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

50 mg

5% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

20 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

611 mg

31% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) 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 expansion. USDA. Very high K.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Phosphorus6 mg

Sodium3 mg

Potassium239 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) safe for people with kidney disease?

Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 50.0mg phosphorus, 20.0mg sodium, and 611.0mg 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 Amaranth (Rau Den Do)?

A 100.0g serving of Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) contains 50mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do)?

Per 100.0g serving, Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) provides 20mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do)?

Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) contains 611mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 31% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Red Amaranth (Rau Den Do) 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.