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Formulated Bar, SOUTH BEACH protein bar

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Formulated Bar falls in the Higher risk tier - Phosphorus (44%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus445 mg44%
High
Sodium436 mg22%
Moderate
Potassium793 mg40%
High

About this food

About Formulated Bar: 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. As a Snacks & Sweets item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Formulated Bar's phosphorus is 44% of the limit, from Processed additive (highest absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein30.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber7.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)15.2 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 - Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Formulated Bar safe for kidney disease?

Formulated Bar scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (44% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Formulated Bar rated Higher risk?

The reason: Phosphorus (445 mg, 44%) is the most prominent of Formulated Bar's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Formulated Bar?

Data: 100 g of Formulated Bar has Phosphorus 445 mg (44% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Formulated Bar safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Formulated Bar exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 793 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Formulated Bar compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Next to other Snacks & Sweets options, Formulated Bar carries more Phosphorus at 445 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.