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Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
LimitFast foods is rated Limit. Sodium is 28% of its limit, near the caution line - control single portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus98 mg10%
Low
Sodium566 mg28%
High
Potassium355 mg18%
Moderate

About this food

Fast foods sits in the Prepared Foods group. The mineral columns on this page come from the USDA database and are rated against the daily limits used across this site.

Nutrient insight

Sodium at 28% stands out. For patients with high blood pressure or swelling, foods like this need extra caution.

Other nutrients

Protein2.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.6 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

If you are managing mineral intake: 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Fast foods is Limit, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (28%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Fast foods rated Limit?

Simply put: among Fast foods's three minerals, Sodium is highest (566 mg, 28%), and by the tier rule (25-30%) the result is Limit.

How much Sodium is in Fast foods?

Fast foods's Sodium content is 566 mg per 100 g - 28% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Fast foods safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Fast foods exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 355 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Fast foods compare to other prepared foods foods?

How does Fast foods compare within Prepared Foods? Its Sodium (566 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.