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Breakfast bars, oats, sugar, raisins, coconut (include granola bar)

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
LimitBreakfast bars is rated Limit. Phosphorus is 28% of its limit, near the caution line - control single portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus277 mg28%
High
Sodium251 mg13%
Low
Potassium326 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

Breakfast bars sits in the Snacks & Sweets group. Snacks and sweets are mostly processed foods that often contain inorganic phosphorus additives (the most absorbable kind) and added sugar, making them a high-caution category in CKD.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus at 28% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.

Other nutrients

Protein9.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)27.5 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

If you are managing mineral intake: Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Related guides

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Frequently asked questions

Is Breakfast bars safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Breakfast bars is Limit, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (28%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Breakfast bars rated Limit?

Simply put: among Breakfast bars's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (277 mg, 28%), and by the tier rule (25-30%) the result is Limit.

How much Phosphorus is in Breakfast bars?

Breakfast bars's Phosphorus content is 277 mg per 100 g - 28% of the daily limit of 1,000 mg.

Is Breakfast bars safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Breakfast bars exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 326 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Breakfast bars compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

How does Breakfast bars compare within Snacks & Sweets? Its Phosphorus (277 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.