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Seaweed, Canadian Cultivated EMI-TSUNOMATA, dry

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Seaweed lands in the Higher risk band: Sodium is 217% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus260 mg26%
High
Sodium4331 mg217%
High
Potassium2944 mg147%
High

About this food

For Vegetables, Seaweed is a typical example. Vegetables are a key source of fiber and vitamins and are beneficial in CKD. Some are high in potassium, but slicing, boiling and discarding the water can remove about 30-50% of the potassium - a practical step.

Nutrient insight

Seaweed's sodium is 217% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein15.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber36.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine89.5 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Seaweed safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Seaweed is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (217%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Seaweed rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Seaweed's three minerals, Sodium is highest (4331 mg, 217%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Seaweed?

Data: 100 g of Seaweed has Sodium 4331 mg (217% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Seaweed safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Seaweed exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 2944 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Seaweed compare to other vegetables foods?

Next to other Vegetables options, Seaweed carries more Sodium at 4331 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.