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Crustaceans, shrimp, mixed species, cooked, breaded and fried

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateCrustaceans's standout mineral is Phosphorus (22% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus218 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium344 mg17%
Moderate
Potassium225 mg11%
Low

About this food

How to think about Meat & Protein: Crustaceans is worth a closer look - 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 the top contributor (22% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein21.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.8 gNatural 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

Practical tip: 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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Crustaceans is Moderate. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 22% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Crustaceans rated Moderate?

Crustaceans is rated Moderate because Phosphorus is 22% of its limit (218 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Crustaceans?

Per 100 g, Crustaceans contains Phosphorus 218 mg, which is 22% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Crustaceans safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Crustaceans falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 225 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Crustaceans compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Crustaceans has more Phosphorus - 218 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.