Egg vs Dark Chocolate: Which Is Better for Kidneys?

For a kidney-friendly diet the question is mineral load: Egg is Higher risk, Dark Chocolate is Moderate. If you are choosing between them, Dark Chocolate leaves more room in the daily allowance — the Phosphorus gap is 15% versus 33%.

Egg
Higher risk Dark Chocolate
Moderate

Phosphorus

332 mg

33%

152 mg

15%

Sodium

281 mg

14%

41 mg

Potassium

540 mg

27%

407 mg

20%

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Frequently asked questions

Which has more phosphorus, egg or dark chocolate?

Per 100 g, egg contains 332 mg and dark chocolate contains 152 mg of phosphorus.

Is egg or dark chocolate better for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, egg is rated higher risk and dark chocolate is rated moderate. Ratings reflect mineral load per 100 g only — individual advice should come from your healthcare team.

What is the main difference for a CKD diet?

The largest difference is phosphorus: dark chocolate sits at 15% of the daily limit versus 33% for egg. See each food page for the full mineral profile.