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Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, soft

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
LimitFast foods receives a Limit rating. Sodium at 28% of its limit is the highest of the three, so keep servings small.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus167 mg17%
Moderate
Sodium560 mg28%
High
Potassium161 mg8%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Prepared Foods deserve attention: Fast foods - 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 leads at 28%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein9.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.6 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

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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Fast foods is rated Limit - Sodium is the highest contributor at 28% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Fast foods rated Limit?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Fast foods's Sodium is highest (560 mg, 28% of daily limit), falling in the 25-30% band - hence the Limit rating.

How much Sodium is in Fast foods?

In every 100 g of Fast foods, Sodium is about 560 mg - roughly 28% 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 161 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 (560 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.