CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

55%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Seaweed

Q: Is Seaweed safe for people with kidney disease?

Seaweed is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 50.0mg phosphorus, 1260.0mg sodium, and 137.0mg 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 Seaweed?

A 100.0g serving of Seaweed contains 50mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Seaweed?

Per 100.0g serving, Seaweed provides 1260mg of sodium — about 55% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Seaweed?

Seaweed contains 137mg 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

54 kcal

Protein

2.9 g

Carbs

11.4 g

Fat

0.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

50 mg

5% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1260 mg

55% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

137 mg

7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Seaweed 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 FNDDS (foodCode: 75513010)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seaweed safe for people with kidney disease?

Seaweed is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 50.0mg phosphorus, 1260.0mg sodium, and 137.0mg 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 Seaweed?

A 100.0g serving of Seaweed contains 50mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Seaweed?

Per 100.0g serving, Seaweed provides 1260mg of sodium — about 55% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Seaweed?

Seaweed contains 137mg 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 Seaweed?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Seaweed 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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