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Crackers, wheat, reduced fat

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Crackers falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (39%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus258 mg26%
High
Sodium776 mg39%
High
Potassium210 mg10%
Low

About this food

About Crackers: 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. As a Grains & Starches item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Crackers's sodium is the top contributor (39% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein9.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)15 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

Practical tip: 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 Higher risk: Sodium is 39% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Crackers rated Higher risk?

Crackers's Sodium content (776 mg) equals 39% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Crackers?

Per 100 g, Crackers contains Sodium 776 mg, which is 39% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Crackers safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Crackers falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 210 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Crackers compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Crackers has more Sodium - 776 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.