Is Cha Manao — Thai Iced Lime Tea safe for CKD patients?

This Thai 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 Cha Manao — Thai Iced Lime 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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🇹🇭 Thailand · Thai

Cha Manao — Thai Iced Lime Tea

Thai black tea sweetened, with lime juice and salt — refreshing street drink.

Prep time 5 min

Servings 1

Calories 80 kcal

CKD Safe

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

15mg

Phosphorus

15 / 800mg

15mg

Sodium

15 / 2000mg

80mg

Potassium

80 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ CKD-SAFE Thai drink. Skip the salt rim.

Ingredients

Thai tea
Lime
Sugar
Salt (skip)

Drink Iced Kidney Friendly Lime Street Food Tea

Cooking Steps

1
Brew tea.
2
Add lime + sugar.
3
Pour over ice.

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