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Fish, mackerel, king, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Fish is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 25% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus248 mg25%
Moderate
Sodium158 mg8%
Low
Potassium435 mg22%
Moderate

About this food

Fish is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Fish's phosphorus (25%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein20.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

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 Fish safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Fish is Moderate - Phosphorus (25%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Fish rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Fish's Phosphorus is 248 mg, 25% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Fish?

On a per-100 g basis, Fish contains Phosphorus 248 mg, or 25% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Fish safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Fish exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 435 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Fish compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Fish is more in Phosphorus (248 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.