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Fast foods, croissant, with egg, cheese, and bacon

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Fast foods's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (30%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus217 mg22%
Moderate
Sodium602 mg30%
High
Potassium160 mg8%
Low

About this food

Fast foods (Prepared Foods). The mineral columns on this page come from the USDA database and are rated against the daily limits used across this site. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 30%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein12.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber1 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

How to eat it more safely: Keeping the portion moderate and the preparation plain helps the minerals stay within the daily limits.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fast foods safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Fast foods falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (30%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Fast foods rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 602 mg, 30% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Fast foods is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Fast foods?

In every 100 g of Fast foods, Sodium is about 602 mg - roughly 30% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Fast foods safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Fast foods falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 160 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Fast foods compare to other prepared foods foods?

Against the Prepared Foods average, Fast foods shows more Sodium (602 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.