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Alcoholic beverage, distilled, all (gin, rum, vodka, whiskey) 94 proof

Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Alcoholic beverage lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Phosphorus is highest at <1%, still comfortably low.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus4 mg<1%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium2 mg<1%
Low

About this food

For Beverages, Alcoholic beverage is a typical example. 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.

Nutrient insight

Alcoholic beverage's phosphorus is the top contributor (<1% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol39.7 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

Practical tip: 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Alcoholic beverage is Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus (<1%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Alcoholic beverage rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Alcoholic beverage's Phosphorus is 4 mg, <1% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Alcoholic beverage?

Per 100 g, Alcoholic beverage contains Phosphorus 4 mg, which is <1% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Alcoholic beverage safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Alcoholic beverage falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 2 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Alcoholic beverage compare to other beverages foods?

Compared with the typical Beverages food, Alcoholic beverage has less Phosphorus - 4 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.