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Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Snack lands in the Higher risk band: Phosphorus is 46% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus465 mg46%
High
Sodium253 mg13%
Low
Potassium678 mg34%
High

About this food

For Snacks & Sweets, Snack 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

Snack's phosphorus is 46% of the limit, from Processed additive (highest absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein28 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber3.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)34.9 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 Snack safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Snack is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 46% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Snack rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Snack's Phosphorus is highest (465 mg, 46% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Snack?

Data: 100 g of Snack has Phosphorus 465 mg (46% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Snack safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Snack exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 678 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Snack compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Next to other Snacks & Sweets options, Snack carries more Phosphorus at 465 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.