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Tofu, fried

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
LimitBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Tofu is rated Limit - Phosphorus reaches 29% of its limit, approaching the 30% caution line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus287 mg29%
High
Sodium16 mg<1%
Low
Potassium146 mg7%
Low

About this food

Tofu belongs to the Legumes & Nuts category. Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest.

Nutrient insight

Tofu's phosphorus is the top contributor (29% 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

Protein18.8 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber3.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.7 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine78.5 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: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tofu safe for kidney disease?

Tofu scores Limit on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (29% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Tofu rated Limit?

The reason: Phosphorus (287 mg, 29%) is the most prominent of Tofu's three minerals, at the 25-30% level, which maps to Limit.

How much Phosphorus is in Tofu?

Per 100 g, Tofu contains Phosphorus 287 mg, which is 29% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Tofu safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Tofu falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 146 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Tofu compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Compared with the typical Legumes & Nuts food, Tofu has less Phosphorus - 287 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.