Kippers (Smoked Herring) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

24%

Sodium

40%

Potassium

21%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Kippers (Smoked Herring)

Q: Is Kippers (Smoked Herring) safe for people with kidney disease?

Kippers (Smoked Herring) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 244.0mg phosphorus, 918.0mg 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 Kippers (Smoked Herring)?

A 100.0g serving of Kippers (Smoked Herring) contains 244mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 24% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Kippers (Smoked Herring)?

Per 100.0g serving, Kippers (Smoked Herring) provides 918mg of sodium — about 40% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Kippers (Smoked Herring)?

Kippers (Smoked Herring) 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

211 kcal

Protein

25.0 g

Carbs

0.0 g

Fat

12.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

244 mg

24% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

918 mg

40% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

420 mg

21% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Kippers (Smoked Herring) 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. Breakfast classic.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Reduced Sugar Chocolate Milk

Strawberry Blended Greek Nonfat Yogurt

Unsweetened Sunflower Beverage

Vitamin A & D Added Raspberry Fat Free Yogurt With Sucralose

Phosphorus88 mg

Sodium50 mg

Potassium159 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kippers (Smoked Herring) safe for people with kidney disease?

Kippers (Smoked Herring) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 244.0mg phosphorus, 918.0mg 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 Kippers (Smoked Herring)?

A 100.0g serving of Kippers (Smoked Herring) contains 244mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 24% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Kippers (Smoked Herring)?

Per 100.0g serving, Kippers (Smoked Herring) provides 918mg of sodium — about 40% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Kippers (Smoked Herring)?

Kippers (Smoked Herring) 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 Kippers (Smoked Herring)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Kippers (Smoked Herring) 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.