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Beverages, carbonated, low calorie, other than cola or pepper, without caffeine

Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Beverages lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Sodium is highest at <1%, still comfortably low.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus0 mg<1%
Low
Sodium6 mg<1%
Low
Potassium2 mg<1%
Low

About this food

For Beverages, Beverages is a typical example. 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

Beverages's sodium is <1% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein0.1 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?

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

Why is Beverages rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Beverages's three minerals, Sodium is highest (6 mg, <1%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Beverages?

Data: 100 g of Beverages has Sodium 6 mg (<1% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Beverages safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Beverages falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 2 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 Sodium at 6 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.