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Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
LimitUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Fast foods falls in the Limit tier - Potassium (29%) is the main driver.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus125 mg12%
Low
Sodium210 mg10%
Low
Potassium579 mg29%
High

About this food

About Fast foods: The mineral columns on this page come from the USDA database and are rated against the daily limits used across this site. As a Prepared Foods item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Potassium at 29% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein3.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 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 common practice is: 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 Limit tier, with Potassium (29%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Fast foods rated Limit?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 579 mg, 29% of the limit, in the 25-30% band - so Fast foods is rated Limit.

How much Potassium is in Fast foods?

Per 100 g, Fast foods provides Potassium 579 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (29%).

Is Fast foods safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Fast foods exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 579 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Fast foods compare to other prepared foods foods?

Within Prepared Foods, Fast foods ranks more on Potassium (579 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.