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Candies, fudge, vanilla, prepared-from-recipe

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Candies is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest at 3% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus30 mg3%
Low
Sodium47 mg2%
Low
Potassium49 mg2%
Low

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

Candies's phosphorus is 3% of the limit, from Processed additive (highest absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein1.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)79.8 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?

Candies is rated Kidney-friendly: Phosphorus is 3% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Candies rated Kidney-friendly?

Candies's Phosphorus content (30 mg) equals 3% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Candies?

Data: 100 g of Candies has Phosphorus 30 mg (3% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Candies safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Candies falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 49 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 less Phosphorus at 30 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.