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Fast foods, submarine sandwich, tuna on white bread with lettuce and tomato

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Fast foods is rated Moderate - Sodium is the top contributor at 16% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus109 mg11%
Low
Sodium329 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium177 mg9%
Low

About this food

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

Nutrient insight

Fast foods's sodium is 16% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein12.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.9 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 - 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?

Fast foods is rated Moderate: Sodium is 16% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Fast foods rated Moderate?

Fast foods's Sodium content (329 mg) equals 16% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Fast foods?

Data: 100 g of Fast foods has Sodium 329 mg (16% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Fast foods safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Fast foods falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 177 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Fast foods compare to other prepared foods foods?

Next to other Prepared Foods options, Fast foods carries more Sodium at 329 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.