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Alcoholic beverage, beer, light, low carb

Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Alcoholic beverage falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Potassium (<1%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus8 mg<1%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium17 mg<1%
Low

About this food

About Alcoholic beverage: 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. As a Beverages item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

The most striking number here is potassium (<1%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Alcoholic beverage.

Other nutrients

Protein0.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
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

A handy approach - 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?

Alcoholic beverage scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (<1% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Alcoholic beverage rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (17 mg, <1%) is the most prominent of Alcoholic beverage's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Alcoholic beverage?

Data: 100 g of Alcoholic beverage has Potassium 17 mg (<1% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Alcoholic beverage safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Alcoholic beverage falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 17 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Alcoholic beverage compare to other beverages foods?

Next to other Beverages options, Alcoholic beverage carries less Potassium at 17 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.