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Flan, caramel custard, dry mix, prepared with whole milk

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Flan's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Phosphorus (8%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus84 mg8%
Low
Sodium112 mg6%
Low
Potassium160 mg8%
Low

About this food

Flan (Snacks & Sweets). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Flan's phosphorus (8%) is worth noting - especially with Processed additive (highest absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein3 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

Worth remembering: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Flan falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Phosphorus (8%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Flan rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 84 mg, 8% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Flan is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Flan?

On a per-100 g basis, Flan contains Phosphorus 84 mg, or 8% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Flan safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Flan falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 160 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Flan compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Measured against other Snacks & Sweets foods, Flan is less in Phosphorus (84 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.