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Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Kidney-friendlyBeverages scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Phosphorus leads at <1% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus9 mg<1%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium5 mg<1%
Low

About this food

How to think about Beverages: Beverages is worth a closer look - 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

On the phosphorus angle (<1%), Beverages belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)9.9 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
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 common practice is: Avoid colas with phosphoric acid additives; choose water, black coffee or tea as low-risk options.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Beverages safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Beverages is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (<1%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Beverages rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Beverages's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (9 mg, <1%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Beverages?

Per 100 g, Beverages provides Phosphorus 9 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (<1%).

Is Beverages safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Beverages falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 5 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Beverages compare to other beverages foods?

Within Beverages, Beverages ranks less on Phosphorus (9 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.