Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

13%

Sodium

100%

Potassium

10%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🧂 Condiments & Oils Avoid

Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong)

Q: Is Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) safe for people with kidney disease?

Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 130.0mg phosphorus, 5500.0mg 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 Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong)?

Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) 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

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

60 kcal

Protein

8.0 g

Carbs

5.0 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

130 mg

13% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

5500 mg

100% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

200 mg

10% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) 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. USDA soy sauce. Vegetarian alternative to fish sauce.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) safe for people with kidney disease?

Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 130.0mg phosphorus, 5500.0mg 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 Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong)?

A 100.0g serving of Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) contains 130mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 13% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong)?

Per 100.0g serving, Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) provides 5500mg of sodium — about 100% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong)?

Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) 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 Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Vietnamese Soy Sauce (Nuoc Tuong) 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.