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Snacks, granola bars, soft, uncoated, chocolate chip

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
ModerateSnacks receives a Moderate rating. Phosphorus leads the three minerals at 18% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus176 mg18%
Moderate
Sodium291 mg15%
Low
Potassium237 mg12%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Snacks & Sweets deserve attention: Snacks - 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

Snacks's phosphorus (18%) is worth noting - especially with Processed additive (highest absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein5.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)28.9 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

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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Snacks is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 18% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Snacks rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Snacks's Phosphorus is highest (176 mg, 18% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Snacks?

On a per-100 g basis, Snacks contains Phosphorus 176 mg, or 18% 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 237 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 Phosphorus (176 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.