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Phosphorus above ~5.5 mg/dL drives vascular calcification — stiff arteries and higher heart-attack risk in CKD. These foods carry the lightest phosphorus load per 100g, making them the safe core of a low-phosphorus renal diet (target 800-1,000 mg/day).
The lightest-phosphorus foods per 100g — the safe core of a low-phosphorus renal diet (target 800-1,000 mg/day).
Values are per 100g (USDA FoodData Central / ICMR-NIN). Your actual serving may differ — always multiply by your portion. For a personal plan, check each food's guide for serving advice, leaching techniques, and safer alternatives. Your nephrologist and renal dietitian set YOUR individual limits.
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This content is a general reference, not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment plan. Do not change your diet, fluids, medicines, or dialysis plan without your nephrologist or renal dietitian. Individual recommendations depend on your labs, medications, conditions, and care plan.