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Popcorn, sugar syrup/caramel, fat-free

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Popcorn's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Sodium (14%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus55 mg6%
Low
Sodium286 mg14%
Low
Potassium110 mg6%
Low

About this food

Popcorn (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

Sodium leads at 14%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein2 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)64.7 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

How to eat it more safely: 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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Popcorn is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Sodium at 14% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Popcorn rated Kidney-friendly?

Popcorn is rated Kidney-friendly because Sodium is 14% of its limit (286 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.

How much Sodium is in Popcorn?

In every 100 g of Popcorn, Sodium is about 286 mg - roughly 14% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Popcorn safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Popcorn falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 110 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Popcorn compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Against the Snacks & Sweets average, Popcorn shows less Sodium (286 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.