CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

77%

Sodium

21%

Potassium

23%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Whole Egg

Q: Is Whole Egg safe for people with kidney disease?

Whole Egg is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 770.0mg phosphorus, 485.0mg sodium, and 468.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Whole Egg?

A 100.0g serving of Whole Egg contains 770mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 77% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Whole Egg?

Per 100.0g serving, Whole Egg provides 485mg of sodium — about 21% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Whole Egg?

Whole Egg contains 468mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 23% 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

575 kcal

Protein

48.1 g

Carbs

1.9 g

Fat

39.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

770 mg

77% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

485 mg

21% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

468 mg

23% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Whole Egg 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 Foundation Foods (fdc_id: 329490)

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Phosphorus100 mg

Sodium52 mg

Potassium171 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Whole Egg safe for people with kidney disease?

Whole Egg is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 770.0mg phosphorus, 485.0mg sodium, and 468.0mg 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 Whole Egg?

A 100.0g serving of Whole Egg contains 770mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 77% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Whole Egg?

Per 100.0g serving, Whole Egg provides 485mg of sodium — about 21% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Whole Egg?

Whole Egg contains 468mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 23% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Whole Egg?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Whole Egg 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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