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Beverages, carbonated, root beer

Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Beverages is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Sodium, reaches only <1% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus0 mg<1%
Low
Sodium13 mg<1%
Low
Potassium1 mg<1%
Low

About this food

Beverages is a common member of 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Beverages's sodium (<1%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)10.6 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

Worth remembering: 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 Sodium (<1%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Beverages rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 13 mg, <1% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Beverages is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Beverages?

On a per-100 g basis, Beverages contains Sodium 13 mg, or <1% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Beverages safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Beverages falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 1 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Beverages compare to other beverages foods?

Measured against other Beverages foods, Beverages is less in Sodium (13 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.