Tofu Firm is Safe for kidney disease patients
Good choice for kidney disease patients ยท Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Tofu Firm โ€” kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
10%
Sodium
0%
Potassium
6%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Tofu Firm

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram โ† drag to adjust โ†’ 500gram
Calories
76 kcal
Protein
8.1 g
Carbs
1.9 g
Fat
4.8 g
Phosphorus Learn more โ†’
97 mg
10% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
7 mg
0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more โ†’
121 mg
6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Safe for CKD

Tofu Firm 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 โ€” individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Plant-based protein with lower potassium. Rinse before use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tofu Firm safe for people with kidney disease?
Tofu Firm is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 97.0mg phosphorus, 7.0mg sodium, and 121.0mg 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 Tofu Firm?
A 100.0g serving of Tofu Firm contains 97mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 10% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Tofu Firm?
Per 100.0g serving, Tofu Firm provides 7mg of sodium โ€” about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Tofu Firm?
Tofu Firm contains 121mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Tofu Firm?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Tofu Firm 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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Last updated: March 13, 2026 ยท Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines