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Wasabi

Per 100 g edible portion
Condiments & Oils
Higher riskWasabi receives a Higher risk rating. Sodium (170%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus26 mg3%
Low
Sodium3390 mg170%
High
Potassium182 mg9%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Condiments & Oils deserve attention: Wasabi - Sodium varies hugely across condiments and oils - soy sauce and sauces are sodium-dense while most plant oils are nearly sodium-free. Swapping salty sauces for oils is a practical sodium trick.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 170%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein2.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber6.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)13.2 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine0.7 mgLow purineNot rated · exact match
Oxalate4 mgLow oxalateNot rated · exact match
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Use herbs, lemon or vinegar instead of salty sauces; be aware that low-sodium salt substitutes swap in potassium.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wasabi safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Wasabi is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (170%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Wasabi rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Wasabi's three minerals, Sodium is highest (3390 mg, 170%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Wasabi?

In every 100 g of Wasabi, Sodium is about 3390 mg - roughly 170% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Wasabi safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Wasabi falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 182 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Wasabi compare to other condiments & oils foods?

Against the Condiments & Oils average, Wasabi shows more Sodium (3390 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.