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Snacks, corn cakes

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Snacks is Moderate: the highest item, Sodium, sits at 24% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus157 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium488 mg24%
Moderate
Potassium157 mg8%
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

Snacks's sodium (24%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein8.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)23.5 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

Worth remembering: 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Snacks falls in the Moderate tier, with Sodium (24%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Snacks rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 488 mg, 24% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Snacks is rated Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Snacks?

On a per-100 g basis, Snacks contains Sodium 488 mg, or 24% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Snacks safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Snacks falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 157 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Snacks compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Measured against other Snacks & Sweets foods, Snacks is more in Sodium (488 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.