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Egg, white, dried, flakes, stabilized, glucose reduced

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Egg is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 58% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus83 mg8%
Low
Sodium1156 mg58%
High
Potassium1042 mg52%
High

About this food

Egg belongs to the Dairy & Eggs category. Dairy products are high in phosphorus with high absorption and should be limited. With eggs, the white is a low-phosphorus protein while the yolk is much higher - treat them differently.

Nutrient insight

Egg's sodium is the top contributor (58% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein76.9 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

Practical tip: Watch dairy portions; with eggs, the yolk is phosphorus-dense while the white is not - treat them differently.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Egg safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Egg falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (58%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Egg rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 1156 mg, 58% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Egg is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Egg?

Per 100 g, Egg contains Sodium 1156 mg, which is 58% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Egg safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Egg exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 1042 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Egg compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Compared with the typical Dairy & Eggs food, Egg has more Sodium - 1156 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.