Sweetbreads is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
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CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
62%
Sodium
16%
Potassium
22%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Sweetbreads

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
124 kcal
Protein
22.5 g
Carbs
0.0 g
Fat
3.1 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
622 mg
62% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
366 mg
16% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
432 mg
22% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Sweetbreads 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: 25140110)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sweetbreads safe for people with kidney disease?
Sweetbreads is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 622.0mg phosphorus, 366.0mg sodium, and 432.0mg 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 Sweetbreads?
A 100.0g serving of Sweetbreads contains 622mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 62% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Sweetbreads?
Per 100.0g serving, Sweetbreads provides 366mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Sweetbreads?
Sweetbreads contains 432mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 22% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Sweetbreads?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sweetbreads 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: April 18, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines