Shiitake Mushrooms

Q: Is Shiitake Mushrooms safe for people with kidney disease?

Shiitake Mushrooms is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 75.8mg phosphorus, 0.9mg sodium, and 243.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Shiitake Mushrooms?

A 100.0g serving of Shiitake Mushrooms contains 75mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 8% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Shiitake Mushrooms?

Per 100.0g serving, Shiitake Mushrooms provides 0mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Shiitake Mushrooms?

Shiitake Mushrooms contains 243mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% 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

0 kcal

Protein

2.4 g

Carbs

8.2 g

Fat

0.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

75 mg

8% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

0 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

243 mg

12% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Shiitake Mushrooms is a kidney-friendly choice. With low levels of restricted minerals (phosphorus, sodium, potassium), you can include this in your CKD diet without strict portion limits. Still, balance with other foods throughout the day.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shiitake Mushrooms safe for people with kidney disease?

Shiitake Mushrooms is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 75.8mg phosphorus, 0.9mg sodium, and 243.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Shiitake Mushrooms?

A 100.0g serving of Shiitake Mushrooms contains 75mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 8% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Shiitake Mushrooms?

Per 100.0g serving, Shiitake Mushrooms provides 0mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Shiitake Mushrooms?

Shiitake Mushrooms contains 243mg 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 Shiitake Mushrooms?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Shiitake Mushrooms is rated Safe (Good choice for kidney disease patients), it is generally a good choice for dialysis patients in normal portions. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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