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Cookies, chocolate chip, prepared from recipe, made with butter

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateCookies receives a Moderate rating. Sodium leads the three minerals at 17% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus100 mg10%
Low
Sodium341 mg17%
Moderate
Potassium221 mg11%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Grains & Starches deserve attention: Cookies - Grains and starches are usually relatively low in potassium and phosphorus, making them a sensible base for a CKD diet. Watch whole-grain and some processed grain products, which can carry more phosphorus.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 17%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein5.7 gNot part of rating
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Use refined grains as the base and treat whole grains by portion, since they carry more phosphorus.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cookies safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cookies is rated Moderate - Sodium is the highest contributor at 17% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Cookies rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Cookies's Sodium is highest (341 mg, 17% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Sodium is in Cookies?

In every 100 g of Cookies, Sodium is about 341 mg - roughly 17% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Cookies safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Cookies falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 221 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Cookies compare to other grains & starches foods?

Against the Grains & Starches average, Cookies shows less Sodium (341 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.