Escargot is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Escargot — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
27%
Sodium
3%
Potassium
19%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Escargot

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
90 kcal
Protein
16.0 g
Carbs
2.0 g
Fat
1.4 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
270 mg
27% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
70 mg
3% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
380 mg
19% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Escargot 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 french-foods. For Burgundy snails.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Escargot safe for people with kidney disease?
Escargot is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 270.0mg phosphorus, 70.0mg sodium, and 380.0mg 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 Escargot?
A 100.0g serving of Escargot contains 270mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 27% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Escargot?
Per 100.0g serving, Escargot provides 70mg of sodium — about 3% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Escargot?
Escargot contains 380mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 19% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Escargot?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Escargot 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