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Crackers, cheese, reduced fat

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskCrackers is rated Higher risk. Sodium is 58% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus162 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium1167 mg58%
High
Potassium141 mg7%
Low

About this food

Crackers 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

Crackers's sodium (58%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein10 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber3.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine5 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 Crackers safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Crackers falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (58%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Crackers rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 1167 mg, 58% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Crackers is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Crackers?

On a per-100 g basis, Crackers contains Sodium 1167 mg, or 58% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Crackers safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Crackers falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 141 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Crackers compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Crackers is more in Sodium (1167 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.