Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

52%

Potassium

10%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🧂 Condiments & Oils Avoid

Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua)

Q: Is Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) safe for people with kidney disease?

Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 24.0mg phosphorus, 1200.0mg sodium, and 200.0mg 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 potassium is in Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua)?

Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) contains 200mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 10% 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

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Calories

19 kcal

Protein

1.0 g

Carbs

4.0 g

Fat

0.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

24 mg

2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1200 mg

52% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

200 mg

10% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) 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

Vietnamese condiment. INMU TH/EST. Common in canh chua, banh xeo.

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Unsweetened Plain Almond Milk

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) safe for people with kidney disease?

Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 24.0mg phosphorus, 1200.0mg sodium, and 200.0mg 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 Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua)?

A 100.0g serving of Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) contains 24mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua)?

Per 100.0g serving, Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) provides 1200mg of sodium — about 52% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua)?

Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) contains 200mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 10% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Pickled Mustard Greens (Dua Cai Chua) 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.