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Snacks, popcorn, oil-popped, white popcorn, salt added

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Snacks falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (44%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus250 mg25%
High
Sodium884 mg44%
High
Potassium225 mg11%
Low

About this food

About 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. As a Snacks & Sweets item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

From the sodium angle (44%), Snacks must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein9 gNot part of rating
Fiber10 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

A common practice is: 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?

Snacks is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 44% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Snacks rated Higher risk?

Snacks's Sodium content (884 mg) equals 44% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Snacks?

Per 100 g, Snacks provides Sodium 884 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (44%).

Is Snacks safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Snacks falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 225 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Snacks compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Within Snacks & Sweets, Snacks ranks more on Sodium (884 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.