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Crustaceans, crayfish, mixed species, wild, cooked, moist heat

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
LimitMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Crustaceans is Limit: Phosphorus hits 27% of its limit, close to the warning band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus270 mg27%
High
Sodium94 mg5%
Low
Potassium296 mg15%
Low

About this food

Crustaceans is a common member of Meat & Protein. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus leads at 27%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein16.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
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

How to eat it more safely: 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Crustaceans is Limit - Phosphorus (27%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Crustaceans rated Limit?

Rating basis: Crustaceans's Phosphorus is 270 mg, 27% of the daily limit, judged as Limit per the 25-30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Crustaceans?

In every 100 g of Crustaceans, Phosphorus is about 270 mg - roughly 27% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Crustaceans safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Crustaceans falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 296 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Crustaceans compare to other meat & protein foods?

Against the Meat & Protein average, Crustaceans shows more Phosphorus (270 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.