Is Chè Hạt Sen — Lotus Seed Sweet Soup safe for CKD patients?

This Vietnamese recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 15mg sodium, 380mg potassium, and 280mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Chè Hạt Sen — Lotus Seed Sweet Soup 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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🇻🇳 Vietnam · Vietnamese

Chè Hạt Sen — Lotus Seed Sweet Soup

Fresh lotus seeds simmered in light sugar syrup — believed to cool the body.

Prep time 50 min

Servings 4

Calories 210 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

210

Calories

280mg

Phosphorus

280 / 800mg

15mg

Sodium

15 / 2000mg

380mg

Potassium

380 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Lotus seeds are P-extreme. Not recommended for CKD.

Ingredients

200g fresh lotus seeds
1/2 cup rock sugar
Pandan leaf

Che Dessert Hue Lotus Seed Traditional

Cooking Steps

1
Boil lotus seeds with pandan 30 min until tender.
2
Add rock sugar, dissolve.
3
Serve warm or chilled.

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