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Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, barbecue-flavor, made with enriched masa flour

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Snacks's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (38%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus207 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium763 mg38%
High
Potassium236 mg12%
Low

About this food

Snacks (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 38%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein7 gNot part of rating
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

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 Snacks safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Snacks is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 38% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Snacks rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Snacks's Sodium is highest (763 mg, 38% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Sodium is in Snacks?

In every 100 g of Snacks, Sodium is about 763 mg - roughly 38% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Snacks safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Snacks falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 236 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Snacks compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Against the Snacks & Sweets average, Snacks shows more Sodium (763 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.