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Jams and preserves, apricot

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Jams and preserves lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Potassium is highest at 4%, still comfortably low.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus3 mg<1%
Low
Sodium40 mg2%
Low
Potassium77 mg4%
Low

About this food

For Snacks & Sweets, Jams and preserves is a typical example. 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

Jams and preserves's potassium is the top contributor (4% 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

Protein0.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)43.4 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

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 Jams and preserves safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Jams and preserves is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 4% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Jams and preserves rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Jams and preserves's Potassium is highest (77 mg, 4% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Jams and preserves?

Per 100 g, Jams and preserves contains Potassium 77 mg, which is 4% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Jams and preserves safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Jams and preserves falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 77 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Jams and preserves compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Compared with the typical Snacks & Sweets food, Jams and preserves has less Potassium - 77 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.