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Puddings, tapioca, ready-to-eat

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Puddings falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Sodium (7%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus60 mg6%
Low
Sodium145 mg7%
Low
Potassium92 mg5%
Low

About this food

About Puddings: 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. As a Snacks & Sweets item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Puddings's sodium is 7% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein1.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)14.9 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

A handy approach - Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Puddings safe for kidney disease?

Puddings is rated Kidney-friendly: Sodium is 7% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Puddings rated Kidney-friendly?

Puddings's Sodium content (145 mg) equals 7% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Puddings?

Data: 100 g of Puddings has Sodium 145 mg (7% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Puddings safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Puddings falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 92 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Puddings compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Next to other Snacks & Sweets options, Puddings carries less Sodium at 145 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.