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Fish, sheepshead, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Fish falls in the Higher risk tier - Phosphorus (31%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus313 mg31%
High
Sodium71 mg4%
Low
Potassium404 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

About 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. As a Meat & Protein item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Fish's phosphorus is the top contributor (31% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein20.2 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

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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Fish is Higher risk. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 31% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Fish rated Higher risk?

Fish is rated Higher risk because Phosphorus is 31% of its limit (313 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Fish?

Per 100 g, Fish contains Phosphorus 313 mg, which is 31% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Fish safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Fish exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 404 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 Phosphorus - 313 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.