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Chewing gum, sugarless

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Chewing gum's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Sodium (<1%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus0 mg<1%
Low
Sodium7 mg<1%
Low
Potassium0 mg<1%
Low

About this food

Chewing gum (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

Sodium leads at <1%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
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 Chewing gum safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Chewing gum is Kidney-friendly - Sodium (<1%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Chewing gum rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Chewing gum's Sodium is 7 mg, <1% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Sodium is in Chewing gum?

In every 100 g of Chewing gum, Sodium is about 7 mg - roughly <1% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Chewing gum safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Chewing gum falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 0 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Chewing gum compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Against the Snacks & Sweets average, Chewing gum shows less Sodium (7 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.