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Candies, WHATCHAMACALLIT Candy Bar

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Candies lands in the Moderate band: Potassium is the highest at 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus138 mg14%
Low
Sodium299 mg15%
Low
Potassium303 mg15%
Moderate

About this food

For Snacks & Sweets, Candies is a typical example. 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 is the top contributor (15% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein8 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)48.9 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

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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Candies is Moderate - Potassium (15%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Candies rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Candies's Potassium is 303 mg, 15% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Potassium is in Candies?

Per 100 g, Candies contains Potassium 303 mg, which is 15% 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 303 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 Potassium - 303 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.