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Crustaceans, shrimp, mixed species, cooked, moist heat (may contain additives to retain moisture)

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskCrustaceans is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 47% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus306 mg31%
High
Sodium947 mg47%
High
Potassium170 mg8%
Low

About this food

Crustaceans sits in the Meat & Protein group. 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

Sodium leads at 47%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein22.8 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Crustaceans is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (47%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Crustaceans rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Crustaceans's three minerals, Sodium is highest (947 mg, 47%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Crustaceans?

In every 100 g of Crustaceans, Sodium is about 947 mg - roughly 47% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Crustaceans safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Crustaceans falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 170 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 Sodium (947 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.