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Fish, trout, brook, raw, New York State

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Fish's Moderate rating is led by Phosphorus (25%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus246 mg25%
Moderate
Sodium45 mg2%
Low
Potassium417 mg21%
Moderate

About this food

Fish (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

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

Protein21.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
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?

Fish is rated Moderate: Phosphorus is 25% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Fish rated Moderate?

Fish's Phosphorus content (246 mg) equals 25% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Fish?

On a per-100 g basis, Fish contains Phosphorus 246 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 417 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 (246 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.