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Candies, KRACKEL Chocolate Bar

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateCandies's standout mineral is Potassium (16% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus123 mg12%
Low
Sodium196 mg10%
Low
Potassium325 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Snacks & Sweets: Candies is worth a closer look - 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 (16%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Candies.

Other nutrients

Protein6.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)52.5 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?

Candies scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (16% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Candies rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (325 mg, 16%) is the most prominent of Candies's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Candies?

Data: 100 g of Candies has Potassium 325 mg (16% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Candies safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Candies exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 325 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 325 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.