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Fish, fish sticks, frozen, prepared

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateFish receives a Moderate rating. Sodium leads the three minerals at 20% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus191 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium402 mg20%
Moderate
Potassium185 mg9%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Meat & Protein deserve attention: Fish - 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 20%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein11 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber1.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.6 gNatural 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

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 Fish safe for kidney disease?

Fish scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (20% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Fish rated Moderate?

The reason: Sodium (402 mg, 20%) is the most prominent of Fish's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Fish?

In every 100 g of Fish, Sodium is about 402 mg - roughly 20% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Fish safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Fish falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 185 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Fish compare to other meat & protein foods?

Against the Meat & Protein average, Fish shows more Sodium (402 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.