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Ice creams, vanilla, light, no sugar added

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Ice creams's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Potassium (10%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus75 mg8%
Low
Sodium96 mg5%
Low
Potassium196 mg10%
Low

About this food

Ice creams (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

Ice creams's potassium reaches 10% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)6.5 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 is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 10% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Ice creams rated Kidney-friendly?

Ice creams's Potassium content (196 mg) equals 10% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Ice creams?

Ice creams's Potassium content is 196 mg per 100 g - 10% of the daily limit of 2,000 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 196 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 Potassium (196 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.