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Candies, milk chocolate coated coffee beans

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateCandies's standout mineral is Potassium (21% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus188 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium70 mg4%
Low
Potassium413 mg21%
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 (21%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Candies.

Other nutrients

Protein7.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber5.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)50.8 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Candies falls in the Moderate tier, with Potassium (21%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Candies rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 413 mg, 21% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Candies is rated Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Candies?

Data: 100 g of Candies has Potassium 413 mg (21% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Candies safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Candies exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 413 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 413 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.