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Crackers, melba toast, plain

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitCrackers is rated Limit. Sodium is 30% of its limit, near the caution line - control single portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus196 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium598 mg30%
High
Potassium202 mg10%
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 (30%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein12.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber6.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.9 gNatural 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?

Crackers is rated Limit: Sodium is 30% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Crackers rated Limit?

Crackers's Sodium content (598 mg) equals 30% of the limit, sitting in the 25-30% band - that is why it rates Limit.

How much Sodium is in Crackers?

On a per-100 g basis, Crackers contains Sodium 598 mg, or 30% 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 202 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 (598 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.