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Fish, cisco, smoked

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

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus150 mg15%
Moderate
Sodium481 mg24%
Moderate
Potassium293 mg15%
Low

About this food

For Meat & Protein, Fish 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

Fish's sodium is the top contributor (24% 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

Protein16.4 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
Purine93.1 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate1.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
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 Fish safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Fish falls in the Moderate tier, with Sodium (24%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Fish rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 481 mg, 24% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Fish is rated Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Fish?

Per 100 g, Fish contains Sodium 481 mg, which is 24% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Fish safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Fish falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 293 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Fish compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Fish has more Sodium - 481 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.