Is Nam Manao — Lime Juice safe for CKD patients?

This Thai recipe is rated Safe for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 10mg sodium, 120mg potassium, and 15mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Nam Manao — Lime Juice more kidney-friendly?

See the CKD Tip section on this page for the specific adaptation we recommend. General principles: halve any fish sauce / soy sauce / bouillon; soak peeled vegetables in water to reduce potassium; choose lean meats; serve smaller portions of broth.

Where do these nutrition numbers come from?

Per-serving values are calculated by summing typical ingredient amounts × USDA FoodData Central values, then dividing by the recipe yield. Daily CKD limits referenced follow KDOQI 2020 clinical guidelines. Individual targets vary — always confirm with your renal dietitian.

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🇹🇭 Thailand · Thai

Nam Manao — Lime Juice

Fresh-squeezed lime juice with sugar and salt — Thailand's everyday refresher.

Prep time 5 min

Servings 1

Calories 80 kcal

CKD Safe

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

15mg

Phosphorus

15 / 800mg

10mg

Sodium

10 / 2000mg

120mg

Potassium

120 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ CKD-SAFE.

Ingredients

2 limes
Sugar
Salt pinch (skip)
Water + ice

Drink Everyday Fresh Kidney Friendly Lime

Cooking Steps

1
Squeeze limes.
2
Mix with sugar + water.
3
Pour over ice.

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