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Desserts, mousse, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Desserts falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Phosphorus (12%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus117 mg12%
Low
Sodium38 mg2%
Low
Potassium143 mg7%
Low

About this food

About Desserts: 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. As a Snacks & Sweets item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Desserts's phosphorus is 12% of the limit, from Processed additive (highest absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein4.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)14.8 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

A handy approach - 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 Kidney-friendly: Phosphorus is 12% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Desserts rated Kidney-friendly?

Desserts's Phosphorus content (117 mg) equals 12% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Desserts?

Data: 100 g of Desserts has Phosphorus 117 mg (12% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Desserts safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Desserts falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 143 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Desserts compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Next to other Snacks & Sweets options, Desserts carries less Phosphorus at 117 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.