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Cookies, chocolate wafers

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitCookies is rated Limit. Sodium is 29% of its limit, near the caution line - control single portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus132 mg13%
Low
Sodium580 mg29%
High
Potassium210 mg10%
Low

About this food

Cookies sits in the Grains & Starches group. 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 29%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein6.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)37.4 gNatural 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: 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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Cookies is Limit. Main consideration: Sodium at 29% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Cookies rated Limit?

Cookies is rated Limit because Sodium is 29% of its limit (580 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 25-30% range.

How much Sodium is in Cookies?

In every 100 g of Cookies, Sodium is about 580 mg - roughly 29% 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 210 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 more Sodium (580 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.