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Baking chocolate, mexican, squares

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Baking chocolate falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Potassium (20%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus142 mg14%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium397 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

About Baking chocolate: Snacks and sweets are mostly processed foods that often contain inorganic phosphorus additives (the most absorbable kind) and added sugar, making them a high-caution category in CKD. As a Snacks & Sweets item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Baking chocolate's potassium is the top contributor (20% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein3.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)69.4 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate17.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Practical tip: Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Baking chocolate safe for kidney disease?

Baking chocolate scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (20% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Baking chocolate rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (397 mg, 20%) is the most prominent of Baking chocolate's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Baking chocolate?

Per 100 g, Baking chocolate contains Potassium 397 mg, which is 20% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Baking chocolate safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Baking chocolate exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 397 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Baking chocolate compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Compared with the typical Snacks & Sweets food, Baking chocolate has more Potassium - 397 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.