Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
19%
Sodium
1%
Potassium
12%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
144 kcal
Protein
17.0 g
Carbs
3.0 g
Fat
9.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
190 mg
19% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
14 mg
1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
237 mg
12% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu 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 chinese-foods. USDA. For stir-fries + braises.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu safe for people with kidney disease?
Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 190.0mg phosphorus, 14.0mg sodium, and 237.0mg 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 Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu?
A 100.0g serving of Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu contains 190mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 19% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu?
Per 100.0g serving, Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu provides 14mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu?
Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu contains 237mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Firm Tofu — Lao Dou Fu 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