Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

100%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🧂 Condiments & Oils Avoid

Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao)

Q: Is Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) safe for people with kidney disease?

Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 23.0mg phosphorus, 2730.0mg sodium, and 54.0mg 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 Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao)?

A 100.0g serving of Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) contains 23mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao)?

Per 100.0g serving, Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) provides 2730mg of sodium — about 100% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao)?

Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) contains 54mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 3% 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

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

51 kcal

Protein

1.4 g

Carbs

11.0 g

Fat

0.3 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

23 mg

2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

2730 mg

100% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

54 mg

3% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) 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

Vietnamese condiment. USDA. Stir-fry staple.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Condiments & Oils? Try these instead:

Safe

Petimezi (Grape Must Syrup)

Unsweetened Plain Almond Milk

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) safe for people with kidney disease?

Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 23.0mg phosphorus, 2730.0mg sodium, and 54.0mg 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 Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao)?

A 100.0g serving of Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) contains 23mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao)?

Per 100.0g serving, Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) provides 2730mg of sodium — about 100% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao)?

Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) contains 54mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 3% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Oyster Sauce (Dau Hao) 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.