Lotus Root — Lian Ou is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Lotus Root — Lian Ou — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
10%
Sodium
2%
Potassium
28%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Lotus Root — Lian Ou

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
74 kcal
Protein
2.6 g
Carbs
17.2 g
Fat
0.1 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
100 mg
10% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
40 mg
2% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
556 mg
28% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Lotus Root — Lian Ou 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. K-extreme.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lotus Root — Lian Ou safe for people with kidney disease?
Lotus Root — Lian Ou is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 100.0mg phosphorus, 40.0mg sodium, and 556.0mg 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 Lotus Root — Lian Ou?
A 100.0g serving of Lotus Root — Lian Ou contains 100mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 10% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Lotus Root — Lian Ou?
Per 100.0g serving, Lotus Root — Lian Ou provides 40mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Lotus Root — Lian Ou?
Lotus Root — Lian Ou contains 556mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 28% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Lotus Root — Lian Ou?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Lotus Root — Lian Ou 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