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Popcorn, microwave, regular (butter) flavor, made with palm oil

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Popcorn lands in the Higher risk band: Sodium is 38% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus275 mg28%
High
Sodium763 mg38%
High
Potassium393 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

For Snacks & Sweets, Popcorn 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

From the sodium angle (38%), Popcorn must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein8.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber10 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 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

A common practice is: Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Popcorn safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Popcorn is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (38%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Popcorn rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Popcorn's three minerals, Sodium is highest (763 mg, 38%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Popcorn?

Per 100 g, Popcorn provides Sodium 763 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (38%).

Is Popcorn safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Popcorn exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 393 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Popcorn compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Within Snacks & Sweets, Popcorn ranks more on Sodium (763 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.