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Cookies, sugar wafer, chocolate-covered

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateCookies's standout mineral is Potassium (16% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus117 mg12%
Low
Sodium138 mg7%
Low
Potassium311 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Grains & Starches: Cookies is worth a closer look - 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

The most striking number here is potassium (16%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Cookies.

Other nutrients

Protein3.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)51.7 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

A handy approach - 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?

Cookies scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (16% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Cookies rated Moderate?

The reason: Potassium (311 mg, 16%) is the most prominent of Cookies's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Potassium is in Cookies?

Data: 100 g of Cookies has Potassium 311 mg (16% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Cookies safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Cookies exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 311 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Cookies compare to other grains & starches foods?

Next to other Grains & Starches options, Cookies carries more Potassium at 311 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.