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Snacks, corn-based, extruded, onion-flavor

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Snacks is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 48% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus72 mg7%
Low
Sodium950 mg48%
High
Potassium143 mg7%
Low

About this food

Snacks is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 48%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein7.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.8 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

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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Snacks is Higher risk. Main consideration: Sodium at 48% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Snacks rated Higher risk?

Snacks is rated Higher risk because Sodium is 48% of its limit (950 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Snacks?

In every 100 g of Snacks, Sodium is about 950 mg - roughly 48% 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 143 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 (950 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.