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Flan, caramel custard, dry mix

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateFrom a daily-limit view, Flan lands in the Moderate band: Sodium is the highest at 22%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus1 mg<1%
Low
Sodium432 mg22%
Moderate
Potassium153 mg8%
Low

About this food

For Snacks & Sweets, Flan is a typical example. Snacks and sweets are mostly processed foods that often contain inorganic phosphorus additives (the most absorbable kind) and added sugar, making them a high-caution category in CKD.

Nutrient insight

Flan's sodium is 22% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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 - Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Flan safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Flan is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (22%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Flan rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Flan's three minerals, Sodium is highest (432 mg, 22%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Flan?

Data: 100 g of Flan has Sodium 432 mg (22% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Flan safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Flan falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 153 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Flan compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Next to other Snacks & Sweets options, Flan carries more Sodium at 432 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.