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Emu, oyster, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Emu's Moderate rating is led by Phosphorus (22%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus217 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium150 mg8%
Low
Potassium250 mg12%
Low

About this food

Emu (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Emu's phosphorus (22%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

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

Worth remembering: 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 Emu safe for kidney disease?

Emu scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (22% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Emu rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (217 mg, 22%) is the most prominent of Emu's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Emu?

On a per-100 g basis, Emu contains Phosphorus 217 mg, or 22% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Emu safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Emu falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 250 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Emu compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Emu is more in Phosphorus (217 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.