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Mollusks, mussel, blue, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMollusks receives a Moderate rating. Phosphorus leads the three minerals at 20% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus197 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium286 mg14%
Low
Potassium320 mg16%
Moderate

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 (20%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein11.9 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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Related guides

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mollusks safe for kidney disease?

Mollusks is rated Moderate: Phosphorus is 20% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Mollusks rated Moderate?

Mollusks's Phosphorus content (197 mg) equals 20% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Mollusks?

On a per-100 g basis, Mollusks contains Phosphorus 197 mg, or 20% 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 320 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 less in Phosphorus (197 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.