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Fish, tilapia, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Fish is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 17% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus170 mg17%
Moderate
Sodium52 mg3%
Low
Potassium302 mg15%
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 (17%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Fish is Moderate. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 17% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Fish rated Moderate?

Fish is rated Moderate because Phosphorus is 17% of its limit (170 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Fish?

On a per-100 g basis, Fish contains Phosphorus 170 mg, or 17% 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 302 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 less in Phosphorus (170 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.