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Beverages, carbonated, limeade, high caffeine

Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Beverages falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Phosphorus (3%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus29 mg3%
Low
Sodium40 mg2%
Low
Potassium19 mg<1%
Low

About this food

About 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. As a Beverages item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Beverages's phosphorus is the top contributor (3% 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)
Sugar (total)4 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

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 Beverages safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Beverages falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Phosphorus (3%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Beverages rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 29 mg, 3% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Beverages is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Beverages?

Per 100 g, Beverages contains Phosphorus 29 mg, which is 3% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Beverages safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Beverages falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 19 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Beverages compare to other beverages foods?

Compared with the typical Beverages food, Beverages has less Phosphorus - 29 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.