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Fish, mackerel, Pacific and jack, mixed species, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Fish is Moderate: the highest item, Potassium, sits at 20% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus125 mg12%
Low
Sodium86 mg4%
Low
Potassium406 mg20%
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

From the potassium angle (20%), how much Fish fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein20.1 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

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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Related guides

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fish safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Fish is Moderate - Potassium (20%) 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 Potassium is 406 mg, 20% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Potassium is in Fish?

On a per-100 g basis, Fish contains Potassium 406 mg, or 20% of the 2,000 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 406 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 Potassium (406 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.