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Beverages, tea, instant, lemon, sweetened, prepared with water

Per 100 g edible portion
Beverages
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Beverages is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at <1% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus0 mg<1%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium15 mg<1%
Low

About this food

Beverages belongs to the Beverages category. 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

The most striking number here is potassium (<1%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Beverages.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)8.3 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 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 Potassium (<1% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Beverages rated Kidney-friendly?

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

How much Potassium is in Beverages?

Data: 100 g of Beverages has Potassium 15 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 15 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 Potassium at 15 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.