Honey

Q: Is Honey safe for people with kidney disease?

Honey is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 1.0mg phosphorus, 1.0mg sodium, and 11.0mg potassium per 20.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Honey?

A 20.0g serving of Honey contains 1mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 0% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Honey?

Per 20.0g serving, Honey provides 1mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Honey?

Honey contains 11mg of potassium per 20.0g serving, equivalent to about 1% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 20gram serving

Serving Size 20.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 200gram

Calories

61 kcal

Protein

0.1 g

Carbs

16.5 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

1 mg

0% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

11 mg

1% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Honey 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

Very low in potassium and phosphorus. Natural sweetener.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Honey safe for people with kidney disease?

Honey is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 1.0mg phosphorus, 1.0mg sodium, and 11.0mg potassium per 20.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Honey?

A 20.0g serving of Honey contains 1mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 0% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Honey?

Per 20.0g serving, Honey provides 1mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Honey?

Honey contains 11mg of potassium per 20.0g serving, equivalent to about 1% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Honey?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Honey 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.