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Candies, dark chocolate coated coffee beans

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Candies is rated Moderate - Potassium is the top contributor at 17% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus135 mg14%
Low
Sodium25 mg1%
Low
Potassium342 mg17%
Moderate

About this food

Candies belongs to the Snacks & Sweets category. 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

The most striking number here is potassium (17%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Candies.

Other nutrients

Protein7.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber7.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)42.5 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate70 mgModerate oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

A handy approach - Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Candies safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Candies is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (17%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Candies rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Candies's three minerals, Potassium is highest (342 mg, 17%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Candies?

Data: 100 g of Candies has Potassium 342 mg (17% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Candies safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Candies exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 342 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Candies compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Next to other Snacks & Sweets options, Candies carries more Potassium at 342 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.