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Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
LimitSnacks receives a Limit rating. Phosphorus at 28% of its limit is the highest of the three, so keep servings small.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus277 mg28%
High
Sodium288 mg14%
Low
Potassium327 mg16%
Moderate

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 (28%) is worth noting - especially with Processed additive (highest absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein9.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.7 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 Limit - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 28% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Snacks rated Limit?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Snacks's Phosphorus is highest (277 mg, 28% of daily limit), falling in the 25-30% band - hence the Limit rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Snacks?

On a per-100 g basis, Snacks contains Phosphorus 277 mg, or 28% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Snacks safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Snacks exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 327 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 (277 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.