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Mollusks, oyster, Pacific, cooked, moist heat

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
ModerateMollusks's standout mineral is Phosphorus (24% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus243 mg24%
Moderate
Sodium212 mg11%
Low
Potassium302 mg15%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Meat & Protein: Mollusks is worth a closer look - 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 is 24% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein18.9 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

A handy approach - 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?

Mollusks scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (24% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Mollusks rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (243 mg, 24%) is the most prominent of Mollusks's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Mollusks?

Data: 100 g of Mollusks has Phosphorus 243 mg (24% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Mollusks safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Mollusks exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 302 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Mollusks compare to other meat & protein foods?

Next to other Meat & Protein options, Mollusks carries more Phosphorus at 243 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.