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Mollusks, scallop, mixed species, cooked, breaded and fried

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)

Phosphorus236 mg24%
Moderate
Sodium464 mg23%
Moderate
Potassium333 mg17%
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 the top contributor (24% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein18.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
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

Practical tip: 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Mollusks is Moderate - Phosphorus (24%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Mollusks rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Mollusks's Phosphorus is 236 mg, 24% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Mollusks?

Per 100 g, Mollusks contains Phosphorus 236 mg, which is 24% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Mollusks safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Mollusks exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 333 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Mollusks compare to other meat & protein foods?

Compared with the typical Meat & Protein food, Mollusks has more Phosphorus - 236 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.