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Frog legs, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Frog legs's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Phosphorus (15%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus147 mg15%
Low
Sodium58 mg3%
Low
Potassium285 mg14%
Low

About this food

Frog legs (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

Phosphorus leads at 15%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein16.4 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
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: 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 Frog legs safe for kidney disease?

Frog legs scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (15% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Frog legs rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Phosphorus (147 mg, 15%) is the most prominent of Frog legs's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Frog legs?

In every 100 g of Frog legs, Phosphorus is about 147 mg - roughly 15% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Frog legs safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Frog legs falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 285 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Frog legs compare to other meat & protein foods?

Against the Meat & Protein average, Frog legs shows less Phosphorus (147 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.