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Snacks, potato chips, lightly salted

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Snacks is Higher risk: the highest item, Potassium, is at 65% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus148 mg15%
Low
Sodium187 mg9%
Low
Potassium1304 mg65%
High

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

Potassium is the highest of the three at 65%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein6.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 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

How to eat it more safely: 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 Higher risk tier, with Potassium (65%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Snacks rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Potassium: 1304 mg, 65% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Snacks is rated Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Snacks?

In every 100 g of Snacks, Potassium is about 1304 mg - roughly 65% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Snacks safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Snacks exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 1304 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Snacks compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Against the Snacks & Sweets average, Snacks shows more Potassium (1304 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.