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Also known as: अचार
Pickle is the sodium bomb of Indian food — 2,800+ mg sodium per 100g, meaning a single teaspoon delivers ~280 mg sodium (12% of a daily limit). Salt-preserved foods worsen hypertension, fluid retention, and proteinuria. Avoid achaar in CKD and dialysis. Use lemon, herbs, and low-salt spices for flavor instead.
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.
1 tsp (10g) — always count this toward your daily potassium, phosphorus, and (on dialysis) fluid budget.
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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.