Lentils — Lentejas is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Lentils — Lentejas — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
28%
Sodium
0%
Potassium
34%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Lentils — Lentejas

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
352 kcal
Protein
25.0 g
Carbs
63.0 g
Fat
1.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
281 mg
28% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
6 mg
0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
677 mg
34% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Lentils — Lentejas 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 spanish-foods.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lentils — Lentejas safe for people with kidney disease?
Lentils — Lentejas is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 281.0mg phosphorus, 6.0mg sodium, and 677.0mg 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 — Lentejas?
A 100.0g serving of Lentils — Lentejas contains 281mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 28% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Lentils — Lentejas?
Per 100.0g serving, Lentils — Lentejas provides 6mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Lentils — Lentejas?
Lentils — Lentejas contains 677mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 34% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Lentils — Lentejas?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Lentils — Lentejas 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.

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Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines