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Frostings, chocolate, creamy, dry mix, prepared with butter

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyFrostings receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest at 7%, yet stays under the 15% line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus51 mg5%
Low
Sodium124 mg6%
Low
Potassium143 mg7%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Snacks & Sweets deserve attention: Frostings - 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

From the potassium angle (7%), how much Frostings fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein1.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0 gNaturally free of 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

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 Frostings safe for kidney disease?

Frostings is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 7% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Frostings rated Kidney-friendly?

Frostings's Potassium content (143 mg) equals 7% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Frostings?

On a per-100 g basis, Frostings contains Potassium 143 mg, or 7% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Frostings safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Frostings falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 143 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Frostings compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Measured against other Snacks & Sweets foods, Frostings is less in Potassium (143 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.