Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Mollusks is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest at 10% of its limit, still well below 15%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus97 mg10%
Low
Sodium85 mg4%
Low
Potassium156 mg8%
Low
About this food
Mollusks belongs to the Meat & Protein category. 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
On the phosphorus angle (10%), Mollusks belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.
Other nutrients
Protein5.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.6 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
A common practice is: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.
From a daily-limit standpoint, Mollusks is Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus (10%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.
Why is Mollusks rated Kidney-friendly?
Rating basis: Mollusks's Phosphorus is 97 mg, 10% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.
How much Phosphorus is in Mollusks?
Per 100 g, Mollusks provides Phosphorus 97 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (10%).
Is Mollusks safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Mollusks falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 156 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Mollusks compare to other meat & protein foods?
Within Meat & Protein, Mollusks ranks less on Phosphorus (97 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.