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Crustaceans, shrimp, cooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Crustaceans lands in the Moderate band: Phosphorus is the highest at 24%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus237 mg24%
Moderate
Sodium111 mg6%
Low
Potassium259 mg13%
Low

About this food

For Meat & Protein, Crustaceans is a typical example. 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

Crustaceans's phosphorus is 24% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein24 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
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 handy approach - 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Crustaceans is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (24%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Crustaceans rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Crustaceans's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (237 mg, 24%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Crustaceans?

Data: 100 g of Crustaceans has Phosphorus 237 mg (24% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Crustaceans safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Crustaceans falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 259 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Crustaceans compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Crustaceans carries more Phosphorus at 237 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.