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Granola bar, soft, milk chocolate coated, peanut butter

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateGranola bar is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Phosphorus is highest at 23% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus227 mg23%
Moderate
Sodium193 mg10%
Low
Potassium339 mg17%
Moderate

About this food

Granola bar sits in the Snacks & Sweets group. 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

Granola bar's phosphorus (23%) is worth noting - especially with Processed additive (highest absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein9.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)23.6 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine5 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
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 Granola bar safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Granola bar falls in the Moderate tier, with Phosphorus (23%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Granola bar rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 227 mg, 23% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Granola bar is rated Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Granola bar?

On a per-100 g basis, Granola bar contains Phosphorus 227 mg, or 23% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Granola bar safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Granola bar exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 339 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Granola bar compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Measured against other Snacks & Sweets foods, Granola bar is more in Phosphorus (227 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.