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Snacks, granola bar, chewy, reduced sugar, all flavors

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Snacks is Moderate: the highest item, Phosphorus, sits at 16% of its limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus159 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium312 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium199 mg10%
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 phosphorus (16%) is worth noting - especially with Processed additive (highest absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein5.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)20.8 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

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 Phosphorus (16%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Snacks rated Moderate?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 159 mg, 16% of the limit, in the 15-25% band - so Snacks is rated Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Snacks?

On a per-100 g basis, Snacks contains Phosphorus 159 mg, or 16% of the 1,000 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 199 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 less in Phosphorus (159 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.