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Candies, hard

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Candies falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Sodium (2%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus3 mg<1%
Low
Sodium38 mg2%
Low
Potassium5 mg<1%
Low

About this food

About Candies: 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. As a Snacks & Sweets item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Candies's sodium is 2% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)62.9 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Candies is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest contributor at 2% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Candies rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Candies's Sodium is highest (38 mg, 2% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Sodium is in Candies?

Data: 100 g of Candies has Sodium 38 mg (2% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Candies safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Candies falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 5 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 Sodium at 38 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.