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Egg custards, dry mix, prepared with whole milk

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Egg custards falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Phosphorus (13%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus130 mg13%
Low
Sodium84 mg4%
Low
Potassium207 mg10%
Low

About this food

About Egg custards: 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

Egg custards's phosphorus is 13% 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 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.8 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 Egg custards safe for kidney disease?

Egg custards is rated Kidney-friendly: Phosphorus is 13% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Egg custards rated Kidney-friendly?

Egg custards's Phosphorus content (130 mg) equals 13% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Egg custards?

Data: 100 g of Egg custards has Phosphorus 130 mg (13% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Egg custards safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Egg custards falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 207 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Egg custards compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Next to other Snacks & Sweets options, Egg custards carries less Phosphorus at 130 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.