CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

20%

Sodium

15%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Snacks Avoid

Knafeh

Q: Is Knafeh safe for people with kidney disease?

Knafeh is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 200.0mg phosphorus, 350.0mg sodium, and 110.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Knafeh?

A 100.0g serving of Knafeh contains 200mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 20% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Knafeh?

Per 100.0g serving, Knafeh provides 350mg of sodium — about 15% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Knafeh?

Knafeh contains 110mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

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Calories

380 kcal

Protein

9.0 g

Carbs

42.0 g

Fat

20.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

200 mg

20% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

350 mg

15% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

110 mg

6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: หลีกเลี่ยง for CKD

Knafeh contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from lebanese-foods. Cheese pastry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knafeh safe for people with kidney disease?

Knafeh is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 200.0mg phosphorus, 350.0mg sodium, and 110.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Knafeh?

A 100.0g serving of Knafeh contains 200mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 20% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Knafeh?

Per 100.0g serving, Knafeh provides 350mg of sodium — about 15% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Knafeh?

Knafeh contains 110mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Knafeh?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Knafeh is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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