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Candies, praline, prepared-from-recipe

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyCandies is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (11%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus104 mg10%
Low
Sodium48 mg2%
Low
Potassium217 mg11%
Low

About this food

Candies sits in the Snacks & Sweets group. 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 potassium reaches 11% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein3.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)55.8 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

If you are managing mineral intake: 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 Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (11%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Candies rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Candies's three minerals, Potassium is highest (217 mg, 11%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Candies?

Candies's Potassium content is 217 mg per 100 g - 11% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Candies safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Candies falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 217 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Candies compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

How does Candies compare within Snacks & Sweets? Its Potassium (217 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.