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Frostings, glaze, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe, with butter, NFSMI Recipe No. C-32

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Frostings's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Sodium (7%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus48 mg5%
Low
Sodium132 mg7%
Low
Potassium130 mg6%
Low

About this food

Frostings (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

Sodium leads at 7%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein1.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)64.3 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: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Frostings falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Sodium (7%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Frostings rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 132 mg, 7% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Frostings is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Frostings?

In every 100 g of Frostings, Sodium is about 132 mg - roughly 7% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Frostings safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Frostings falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 130 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Frostings compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Against the Snacks & Sweets average, Frostings shows less Sodium (132 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.