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Potato puffs, frozen, oven-heated

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
ModeratePotato puffs is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Sodium is highest at 23% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus84 mg8%
Low
Sodium463 mg23%
Moderate
Potassium287 mg14%
Low

About this food

Potato puffs sits in the Vegetables group. Vegetables are a key source of fiber and vitamins and are beneficial in CKD. Some are high in potassium, but slicing, boiling and discarding the water can remove about 30-50% of the potassium - a practical step.

Nutrient insight

Sodium at 23% stands out. For patients with high blood pressure or swelling, foods like this need extra caution.

Other nutrients

Protein2.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine6.5 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate21 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

If you are managing mineral intake: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Potato puffs safe for kidney disease?

Potato puffs scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (23% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Potato puffs rated Moderate?

The reason: Sodium (463 mg, 23%) is the most prominent of Potato puffs's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Potato puffs?

Potato puffs's Sodium content is 463 mg per 100 g - 23% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Potato puffs safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Potato puffs falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 287 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Potato puffs compare to other vegetables foods?

How does Potato puffs compare within Vegetables? Its Sodium (463 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.