ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Desserts is Moderate: the highest item, Potassium, sits at 22% of its limit.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus129 mg13%
Low
Sodium187 mg9%
Low
Potassium430 mg22%
Moderate
About this food
Desserts is a common member of Snacks & Sweets. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.
Nutrient insight
Desserts's potassium reaches 22% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.
Other nutrients
Protein2.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber5.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Desserts is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (22%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.
Why is Desserts rated Moderate?
Simply put: among Desserts's three minerals, Potassium is highest (430 mg, 22%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.
How much Potassium is in Desserts?
Desserts's Potassium content is 430 mg per 100 g - 22% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.
Is Desserts safe on a low-potassium diet?
If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Desserts exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 430 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.
How does Desserts compare to other snacks & sweets foods?
How does Desserts compare within Snacks & Sweets? Its Potassium (430 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.