Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins) is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins) — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
1%
Sodium
43%
Potassium
40%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins)

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
78 kcal
Protein
1.0 g
Carbs
19.0 g
Fat
0.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
12 mg
1% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
980 mg
43% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
800 mg
40% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins) 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. British original.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins) safe for people with kidney disease?
Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 12.0mg phosphorus, 980.0mg sodium, and 800.0mg 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 Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins)?
A 100.0g serving of Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins) contains 12mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 1% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins)?
Per 100.0g serving, Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins) provides 980mg of sodium — about 43% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins)?
Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins) contains 800mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 40% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins)?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Worcestershire Sauce (Lea & Perrins) 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