Is Agua de Jamaica — Hibiscus Tea safe for CKD patients?

This Mexican recipe is rated Safe for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 15mg sodium, 80mg potassium, and 15mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Agua de Jamaica — Hibiscus Tea 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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🇲🇽 Mexico · Mexican

Agua de Jamaica — Hibiscus Tea

Tart ruby-red iced tea made from dried hibiscus flowers.

Prep time 20 min

Servings 4

Calories 60 kcal

CKD Safe

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

15mg

Phosphorus

15 / 800mg

15mg

Sodium

15 / 2000mg

80mg

Potassium

80 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ CKD-SAFE drink. Refreshing alternative to sodas.

Ingredients

Dried hibiscus
Sugar
Water
Lime

Agua Drink Hibiscus Iced Kidney Friendly Tea

Cooking Steps

1
Boil hibiscus 10 min.
2
Strain + sweeten.
3
Chill.

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