CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

27%

Sodium

15%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Moderate

Shellfish

Q: Is Shellfish safe for people with kidney disease?

Shellfish is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 273.0mg phosphorus, 348.0mg sodium, and 131.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Shellfish?

A 100.0g serving of Shellfish contains 273mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 27% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Shellfish?

Per 100.0g serving, Shellfish provides 348mg of sodium — about 15% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Shellfish?

Shellfish contains 131mg 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

146 kcal

Protein

15.5 g

Carbs

4.9 g

Fat

6.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

273 mg

27% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

348 mg

15% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

131 mg

7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Shellfish is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 26300000)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shellfish safe for people with kidney disease?

Shellfish is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 273.0mg phosphorus, 348.0mg sodium, and 131.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Shellfish?

A 100.0g serving of Shellfish contains 273mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 27% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Shellfish?

Per 100.0g serving, Shellfish provides 348mg of sodium — about 15% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Shellfish?

Shellfish contains 131mg 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 Shellfish?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Shellfish is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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