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Alcoholic beverage, distilled, rum, 80 proof

Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Alcoholic beverage is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Phosphorus, reaches only <1% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus5 mg<1%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium2 mg<1%
Low

About this food

Alcoholic beverage is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Alcoholic beverage's phosphorus (<1%) is worth noting - especially with Processed additive (highest absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol33.4 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?

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 5 mg, <1% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Alcoholic beverage?

On a per-100 g basis, Alcoholic beverage contains Phosphorus 5 mg, or <1% of the 1,000 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 2 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 Phosphorus (5 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.