CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

10%

Sodium

19%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Grains & Starches Limit

Empanada

Q: Is Empanada safe for people with kidney disease?

Empanada is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 95.0mg phosphorus, 446.0mg sodium, and 176.0mg 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 Empanada?

A 100.0g serving of Empanada contains 95mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 10% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Empanada?

Per 100.0g serving, Empanada provides 446mg of sodium — about 19% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Empanada?

Empanada contains 176mg 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

291 kcal

Protein

7.2 g

Carbs

29.9 g

Fat

16.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

95 mg

10% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

446 mg

19% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

176 mg

9% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

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: 58116100)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Empanada safe for people with kidney disease?

Empanada is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 95.0mg phosphorus, 446.0mg sodium, and 176.0mg 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 Empanada?

A 100.0g serving of Empanada contains 95mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 10% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Empanada?

Per 100.0g serving, Empanada provides 446mg of sodium — about 19% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Empanada?

Empanada contains 176mg 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 Empanada?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given 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.

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