CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

100%

Potassium

14%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Fish Sauce

Q: Is Fish Sauce safe for people with kidney disease?

Fish Sauce is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 7.0mg phosphorus, 7850.0mg sodium, and 288.0mg 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 Fish Sauce?

A 100.0g serving of Fish Sauce contains 7mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 1% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Fish Sauce?

Per 100.0g serving, Fish Sauce provides 7850mg of sodium — about 100% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Fish Sauce?

Fish Sauce contains 288mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 14% 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

35 kcal

Protein

5.1 g

Carbs

3.6 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

7 mg

1% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

7850 mg

100% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

288 mg

14% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Fish Sauce 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

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 27150210)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Meat & Protein? Try these instead:

Safe

Original Original Oatmilk Non-dairy Oat Beverage

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Sugar 0 G Net Carbs 2 G Plant-based Nutritional Shake Organic Plant-based Protein 20 G

Phosphorus86 mg

Sodium95 mg

Potassium151 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fish Sauce safe for people with kidney disease?

Fish Sauce is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 7.0mg phosphorus, 7850.0mg sodium, and 288.0mg 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 Fish Sauce?

A 100.0g serving of Fish Sauce contains 7mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 1% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Fish Sauce?

Per 100.0g serving, Fish Sauce provides 7850mg of sodium — about 100% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Fish Sauce?

Fish Sauce contains 288mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 14% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Fish Sauce?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Fish Sauce 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.