Pickled Onions is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Pickled Onions — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
3%
Sodium
48%
Potassium
8%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Pickled Onions

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
45 kcal
Protein
1.0 g
Carbs
11.0 g
Fat
0.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
30 mg
3% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
1100 mg
48% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
160 mg
8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Pickled Onions 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 british-foods. Ploughman's.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pickled Onions safe for people with kidney disease?
Pickled Onions is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 30.0mg phosphorus, 1100.0mg sodium, and 160.0mg 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 Pickled Onions?
A 100.0g serving of Pickled Onions contains 30mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Pickled Onions?
Per 100.0g serving, Pickled Onions provides 1100mg of sodium — about 48% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Pickled Onions?
Pickled Onions contains 160mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Pickled Onions?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Pickled Onions 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