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Ice creams, french vanilla, soft-serve

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyIce creams receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Phosphorus is highest at 12%, yet stays under the 15% line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus116 mg12%
Low
Sodium61 mg3%
Low
Potassium177 mg9%
Low

About this food

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

Phosphorus at 12% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.

Other nutrients

Protein4.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)21.2 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

If you are managing mineral intake: 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?

Ice creams scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (12% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Ice creams rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Phosphorus (116 mg, 12%) is the most prominent of Ice creams's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Ice creams?

Ice creams's Phosphorus content is 116 mg per 100 g - 12% of the daily limit of 1,000 mg.

Is Ice creams safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Ice creams falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 177 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

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

How does Ice creams compare within Snacks & Sweets? Its Phosphorus (116 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.