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Crustaceans, crab, alaska king, cooked, moist heat

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Crustaceans is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 54% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus280 mg28%
High
Sodium1072 mg54%
High
Potassium262 mg13%
Low

About this food

Crustaceans belongs to the Meat & Protein category. Animal proteins tend to be higher in phosphorus, and animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80% versus 30-50% for plants. Choosing low-phosphorus proteins such as egg whites or tofu, or controlling portions of red meat, is a common CKD approach.

Nutrient insight

From the sodium angle (54%), Crustaceans must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein19.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A common practice is: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Crustaceans safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Crustaceans falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (54%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Crustaceans rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 1072 mg, 54% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Crustaceans is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Crustaceans?

Per 100 g, Crustaceans provides Sodium 1072 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (54%).

Is Crustaceans safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Crustaceans falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 262 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Crustaceans compare to other meat & protein foods?

Within Meat & Protein, Crustaceans ranks more on Sodium (1072 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.