Is Foi Thong — Golden Egg Threads safe for CKD patients?

This Thai recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 80mg sodium, 110mg potassium, and 180mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Foi Thong — Golden Egg Threads 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

Foi Thong — Golden Egg Threads

Sweet egg yolk threads in syrup — Portuguese-influenced Thai dessert.

Prep time 40 min

Servings 4

Calories 280 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

280

Calories

180mg

Phosphorus

180 / 800mg

80mg

Sodium

80 / 2000mg

110mg

Potassium

110 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Egg yolks P-heavy. Small portion only.

Ingredients

Egg yolks (10)
Sugar syrup
Pandan

Ceremonial Dessert Egg Portuguese Influence Syrup

Cooking Steps

1
Strain yolks through cloth.
2
Boil sugar syrup.
3
Drizzle yolks into syrup using cone.

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