Red Onion

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

Red Onion is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 29.0mg phosphorus, 4.0mg sodium, and 146.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Red Onion?

A 100.0g serving of Red Onion contains 29mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Red Onion?

Per 100.0g serving, Red Onion provides 4mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Red Onion?

Red Onion contains 146mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% 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

40 kcal

Protein

1.0 g

Carbs

9.0 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

29 mg

3% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

4 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

146 mg

7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Red Onion is a kidney-friendly choice. With low levels of restricted minerals (phosphorus, sodium, potassium), you can include this in your CKD diet without strict portion limits. Still, balance with other foods throughout the day.

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

Source & Notes

Imported from greek-foods. ⭐ Greek salad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Onion safe for people with kidney disease?

Red Onion is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 29.0mg phosphorus, 4.0mg sodium, and 146.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Red Onion?

A 100.0g serving of Red Onion contains 29mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Red Onion?

Per 100.0g serving, Red Onion provides 4mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Red Onion?

Red Onion contains 146mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Red Onion?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Red Onion is rated Safe (Good choice for kidney disease patients), it is generally a good choice for dialysis patients in normal portions. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.