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Alcoholic beverage, wine, cooking

Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Alcoholic beverage falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (31%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus15 mg2%
Low
Sodium626 mg31%
High
Potassium88 mg4%
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

Alcoholic beverage's sodium is the top contributor (31% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein0.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.6 gMay contain added 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

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?

Alcoholic beverage scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (31% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Alcoholic beverage rated Higher risk?

The reason: Sodium (626 mg, 31%) is the most prominent of Alcoholic beverage's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Alcoholic beverage?

Per 100 g, Alcoholic beverage contains Sodium 626 mg, which is 31% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 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 88 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 more Sodium - 626 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.