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Alcoholic beverage, beer, light, BUD LIGHT

Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Alcoholic beverage's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Potassium (1%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus11 mg1%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium26 mg1%
Low

About this food

Alcoholic beverage (Beverages). Most beverages are low in mineral density, but colas with phosphoric acid and sugary drinks are not kidney-friendly - additive phosphorus absorbs at nearly 100%, often alongside a lot of added sugar. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (1%), how much Alcoholic beverage fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein0.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol3.3 gContains alcohol
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Avoid colas with phosphoric acid additives; choose water, black coffee or tea as low-risk options.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alcoholic beverage safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Alcoholic beverage is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (1%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Alcoholic beverage rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Alcoholic beverage's three minerals, Potassium is highest (26 mg, 1%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Alcoholic beverage?

On a per-100 g basis, Alcoholic beverage contains Potassium 26 mg, or 1% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Alcoholic beverage safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Alcoholic beverage falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 26 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Alcoholic beverage compare to other beverages foods?

Measured against other Beverages foods, Alcoholic beverage is less in Potassium (26 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.