CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

18%

Sodium

23%

Potassium

21%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Bicol Express

Q: Is Bicol Express safe for people with kidney disease?

Bicol Express is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 180.0mg phosphorus, 520.0mg sodium, and 420.0mg 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 Bicol Express?

A 100.0g serving of Bicol Express contains 180mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 18% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Bicol Express?

Per 100.0g serving, Bicol Express provides 520mg of sodium — about 23% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Bicol Express?

Bicol Express contains 420mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 21% 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

290 kcal

Protein

13.0 g

Carbs

7.0 g

Fat

24.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

180 mg

18% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

520 mg

23% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

420 mg

21% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Bicol Express 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 filipino-foods. Pork + chili + coconut.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Coconut Milk Smoothie Mango Cogo

Whole Strawberry Milk

Coconut Milk Smoothie Dark Chocolate Cogo

Grab And Go Nutritional Drink

Phosphorus105 mg

Sodium68 mg

Potassium198 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bicol Express safe for people with kidney disease?

Bicol Express is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 180.0mg phosphorus, 520.0mg sodium, and 420.0mg 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 Bicol Express?

A 100.0g serving of Bicol Express contains 180mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 18% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Bicol Express?

Per 100.0g serving, Bicol Express provides 520mg of sodium — about 23% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Bicol Express?

Bicol Express contains 420mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 21% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Bicol Express?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Bicol Express 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.