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Mollusks, clam, mixed species, canned, drained solids

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskMollusks receives a Higher risk rating. Phosphorus (33%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus327 mg33%
High
Sodium112 mg6%
Low
Potassium628 mg31%
High

About this food

In a CKD diet, Meat & Protein deserve attention: Mollusks - 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.

Nutrient insight

Mollusks's phosphorus (33%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein24.2 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

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 Mollusks safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Mollusks is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (33%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Mollusks rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Mollusks's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (327 mg, 33%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Mollusks?

On a per-100 g basis, Mollusks contains Phosphorus 327 mg, or 33% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Mollusks safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Mollusks exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 628 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Mollusks compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Mollusks is more in Phosphorus (327 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.