Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong)

Q: Is Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) safe for people with kidney disease?

Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 32.0mg phosphorus, 3.0mg sodium, and 139.0mg 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 potassium is in Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong)?

Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) contains 139mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% 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

17 kcal

Protein

1.2 g

Carbs

4.0 g

Fat

0.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

32 mg

3% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

3 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

139 mg

7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) 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

Vietnamese expansion. EST. Common in canh muop.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Vegetables? Try these instead:

Safe

Honey Banana Organic Morning Supergrain Smoothie

Hairy Gourd — Mao Gua

Organic Cold-pressed Vegetable And Fruit Juice Blend

Summer Casserole Squash

Phosphorus46 mg

Sodium120 mg

Potassium203 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) safe for people with kidney disease?

Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 32.0mg phosphorus, 3.0mg sodium, and 139.0mg 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 Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong)?

A 100.0g serving of Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) contains 32mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong)?

Per 100.0g serving, Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) provides 3mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong)?

Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) contains 139mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sponge Gourd / Luffa (Muop Huong) 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.