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Beverages, carbonated, low calorie, cola or pepper-types, with sodium saccharin, contains caffeine

Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Beverages falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Phosphorus (1%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus11 mg1%
Low
Sodium16 mg<1%
Low
Potassium4 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 1% of the limit, from Processed additive (highest absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of 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 handy approach - 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?

Beverages scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (1% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Beverages rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Phosphorus (11 mg, 1%) is the most prominent of Beverages's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Beverages?

Data: 100 g of Beverages has Phosphorus 11 mg (1% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Beverages safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Beverages falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 4 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Beverages compare to other beverages foods?

Next to other Beverages options, Beverages carries less Phosphorus at 11 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.