Squid — Calamares is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Squid — Calamares — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
22%
Sodium
2%
Potassium
12%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Squid — Calamares

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
92 kcal
Protein
16.0 g
Carbs
3.0 g
Fat
1.4 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
221 mg
22% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
44 mg
2% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
246 mg
12% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Squid — Calamares 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 spanish-foods.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Squid — Calamares safe for people with kidney disease?
Squid — Calamares is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 221.0mg phosphorus, 44.0mg sodium, and 246.0mg 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 Squid — Calamares?
A 100.0g serving of Squid — Calamares contains 221mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 22% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Squid — Calamares?
Per 100.0g serving, Squid — Calamares provides 44mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Squid — Calamares?
Squid — Calamares contains 246mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Squid — Calamares?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Squid — Calamares 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: June 2, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines