Can kidney patients eat mathri?

No — mathri is sodium-dense (900 mg/100g) and fried. Avoid in CKD and dialysis; choose plain popcorn or cucumber.

Is Mathri Good for Kidneys?

Also known as: मठरी

OFTEN LIMITED

Potassium 200 mg/100gPhosphorus 150 mg/100gSodium 900 mg/100g

Mathri is a fried savory cracker high in sodium (900 mg/100g) from salt and ajwain. For CKD stages 3-5 and dialysis, avoid mathri — the salt and fried fat make it a poor snack choice.

Nutrition Profile (per 100g)

Nutrient

Amount

Level

CKD Note

Potassium

200 mg

Low

Target <2,000-3,000 mg/day

Phosphorus

150 mg

Moderate

Target 800-1,000 mg/day

Sodium

900 mg

High

Target <2,000 mg/day

Protein

6 g

—

Dialysis: 1.2 g/kg/day

Values are approximate, based on USDA FoodData Central and ICMR-NIN Indian Food Composition Tables. Actual values vary by variety, ripeness, serving size, and cooking method. The database rating is a general reference, not an individualized diet recommendation.

Suggested Serving

3 pieces (25g) — always count this toward your daily potassium, phosphorus, and (on dialysis) fluid budget.

How Does Mathri Fit YOUR Stage?

The rating changes by CKD stage — a food safe at stage 2 can be dangerous at stage 5. Check your stage-specific rating.

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GENERALLY

K+ 52mg • P 4mg

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Snacks & Sweets

Is Mathri Good for Kidneys?

Also known as: मठरी

OFTEN LIMITED

Potassium 200 mg/100gPhosphorus 150 mg/100gSodium 900 mg/100g

Mathri is a fried savory cracker high in sodium (900 mg/100g) from salt and ajwain. For CKD stages 3-5 and dialysis, avoid mathri — the salt and fried fat make it a poor snack choice.