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Seaweed, Canadian Cultivated EMI-TSUNOMATA, rehydrated

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
LimitFrom a daily-limit view, Seaweed lands in the Limit band: Sodium is highest at 26% - limit your intake.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus32 mg3%
Low
Sodium526 mg26%
High
Potassium358 mg18%
Moderate

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 the top contributor (26% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein1.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.5 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

Practical tip: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Seaweed falls in the Limit tier, with Sodium (26%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Seaweed rated Limit?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 526 mg, 26% of the limit, in the 25-30% band - so Seaweed is rated Limit.

How much Sodium is in Seaweed?

Per 100 g, Seaweed contains Sodium 526 mg, which is 26% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Seaweed safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Seaweed exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 358 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Seaweed compare to other vegetables foods?

Compared with the typical Vegetables food, Seaweed has more Sodium - 526 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.