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Ice creams, chocolate, light

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Ice creams is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 8% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus83 mg8%
Low
Sodium71 mg4%
Low
Potassium170 mg8%
Low

About this food

Ice creams belongs to the Snacks & Sweets category. 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

Ice creams's potassium is the top contributor (8% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein5 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)24.7 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine1 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate9 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Practical tip: Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ice creams safe for kidney disease?

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

Why is Ice creams rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 170 mg, 8% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Ice creams is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Ice creams?

Per 100 g, Ice creams contains Potassium 170 mg, which is 8% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Ice creams safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Ice creams falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 170 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Ice creams compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Compared with the typical Snacks & Sweets food, Ice creams has less Potassium - 170 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.