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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

71%

Sodium

19%

Potassium

17%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Protein Powder

Q: Is Protein Powder safe for people with kidney disease?

Protein Powder is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 714.0mg phosphorus, 446.0mg sodium, and 339.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Protein Powder?

A 100.0g serving of Protein Powder contains 714mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 71% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Protein Powder?

Per 100.0g serving, Protein Powder provides 446mg of sodium — about 19% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Protein Powder?

Protein Powder contains 339mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 17% 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

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Calories

357 kcal

Protein

75.0 g

Carbs

10.7 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

714 mg

71% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

446 mg

19% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

339 mg

17% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Protein Powder 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

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 2455167) · Quest Nutrition, LLC

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Phosphorus83 mg

Sodium38 mg

Potassium154 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Protein Powder safe for people with kidney disease?

Protein Powder is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 714.0mg phosphorus, 446.0mg sodium, and 339.0mg 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 Protein Powder?

A 100.0g serving of Protein Powder contains 714mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 71% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Protein Powder?

Per 100.0g serving, Protein Powder provides 446mg of sodium — about 19% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Protein Powder?

Protein Powder contains 339mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 17% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Protein Powder?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Protein Powder 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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