Lentils — Red

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

Lentils — Red is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 451.0mg phosphorus, 7.0mg sodium, and 955.0mg 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 Lentils — Red?

A 100.0g serving of Lentils — Red contains 451mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 45% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Lentils — Red?

Per 100.0g serving, Lentils — Red provides 7mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Lentils — Red?

Lentils — Red contains 955mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 48% 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

352 kcal

Protein

24.0 g

Carbs

63.0 g

Fat

1.1 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

451 mg

45% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

7 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

955 mg

48% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Lentils — Red 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 mediterranean-foods. USDA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lentils — Red safe for people with kidney disease?

Lentils — Red is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 451.0mg phosphorus, 7.0mg sodium, and 955.0mg 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 Lentils — Red?

A 100.0g serving of Lentils — Red contains 451mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 45% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Lentils — Red?

Per 100.0g serving, Lentils — Red provides 7mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Lentils — Red?

Lentils — Red contains 955mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 48% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Lentils — Red?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Lentils — Red 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.