Buffalo Sauce is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Buffalo Sauce — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
2%
Sodium
78%
Potassium
6%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Buffalo Sauce

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
40 kcal
Protein
1.0 g
Carbs
4.0 g
Fat
2.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
15 mg
2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
1800 mg
78% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
120 mg
6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Buffalo Sauce 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

Imported from american-foods. Frank's RedHot + butter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buffalo Sauce safe for people with kidney disease?
Buffalo Sauce is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 15.0mg phosphorus, 1800.0mg sodium, and 120.0mg 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 Buffalo Sauce?
A 100.0g serving of Buffalo Sauce contains 15mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Buffalo Sauce?
Per 100.0g serving, Buffalo Sauce provides 1800mg of sodium — about 78% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Buffalo Sauce?
Buffalo Sauce contains 120mg 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 Buffalo Sauce?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Buffalo Sauce 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: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines