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Candies, Tamarind

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskCandies's Sodium reaches 82% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus56 mg6%
Low
Sodium1643 mg82%
High
Potassium309 mg15%
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

Candies's sodium is the top contributor (82% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)78.6 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

Practical tip: 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 Higher risk tier, with Sodium (82%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Candies rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 1643 mg, 82% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Candies is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Candies?

Per 100 g, Candies contains Sodium 1643 mg, which is 82% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Candies safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Candies exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 309 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Candies compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Compared with the typical Snacks & Sweets food, Candies has more Sodium - 1643 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.