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Beverages, tea, instant, unsweetened, prepared with water

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

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus1 mg<1%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium18 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

Potassium at <1% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

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 common practice is: 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 (18 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?

Per 100 g, Beverages provides Potassium 18 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (<1%).

Is Beverages safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Beverages falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 18 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Beverages compare to other beverages foods?

Within Beverages, Beverages ranks less on Potassium (18 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.