CKD Daily Limit Impact
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥦 Vegetables
Limit
Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin
Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving
Serving Size
100.0 gram
Calories
22 kcal
Protein
2.7 g
Carbs
4.0 g
Fat
0.3 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
50 mg
Sodium Learn more →
21 mg
Potassium Learn more →
295 mg
Source & Notes
Imported from chinese-foods. Similar to choy sum.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin safe for people with kidney disease?
Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 50.0mg phosphorus, 21.0mg sodium, and 295.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin?
A 100.0g serving of Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin 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 Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin?
Per 100.0g serving, Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin provides 21mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin?
Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin contains 295mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 15% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Yu Choy Sum — Cai Xin is rated Limit (Limit intake 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: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines