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Desserts, apple crisp, prepared-from-recipe

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateDesserts is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Sodium is highest at 18% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus28 mg3%
Low
Sodium351 mg18%
Moderate
Potassium78 mg4%
Low

About this food

Desserts sits in the Snacks & Sweets group. Snacks and sweets are mostly processed foods that often contain inorganic phosphorus additives (the most absorbable kind) and added sugar, making them a high-caution category in CKD.

Nutrient insight

Desserts's sodium (18%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein1.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)19.7 gMay contain added 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: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Desserts safe for kidney disease?

Desserts is rated Moderate: Sodium is 18% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Desserts rated Moderate?

Desserts's Sodium content (351 mg) equals 18% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Desserts?

On a per-100 g basis, Desserts contains Sodium 351 mg, or 18% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Desserts safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Desserts falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 78 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Desserts compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Measured against other Snacks & Sweets foods, Desserts is less in Sodium (351 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.