CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

17%

Sodium

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Grains & Starches Limit

Couscous

Q: Is Couscous safe for people with kidney disease?

Couscous is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 170.0mg phosphorus, 10.0mg sodium, and 166.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Couscous?

A 100.0g serving of Couscous contains 170mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 17% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Couscous?

Per 100.0g serving, Couscous provides 10mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Couscous?

Couscous contains 166mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% 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

376 kcal

Protein

13.0 g

Carbs

77.0 g

Fat

0.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

170 mg

17% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

10 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

166 mg

8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Couscous is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from italian-foods. USDA. Sicilian.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Couscous safe for people with kidney disease?

Couscous is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 170.0mg phosphorus, 10.0mg sodium, and 166.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Couscous?

A 100.0g serving of Couscous contains 170mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 17% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Couscous?

Per 100.0g serving, Couscous provides 10mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Couscous?

Couscous contains 166mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Couscous?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Couscous is rated Limit (Limit intake 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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