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Candies, YORK BITES

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Candies's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Potassium (5%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus3 mg<1%
Low
Sodium46 mg2%
Low
Potassium108 mg5%
Low

About this food

Candies (Snacks & Sweets). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Potassium is the highest of the three at 5%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein1.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)75 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

How to eat it more safely: 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 Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (5% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Candies rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (108 mg, 5%) is the most prominent of Candies's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Candies?

In every 100 g of Candies, Potassium is about 108 mg - roughly 5% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Candies safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Candies falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 108 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Candies compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Against the Snacks & Sweets average, Candies shows less Potassium (108 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.