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Snacks, potato chips, made from dried potatoes, fat-free, made with olestra

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Snacks falls in the Higher risk tier - Potassium (47%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus132 mg13%
Low
Sodium429 mg21%
Moderate
Potassium931 mg47%
High

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

The most striking number here is potassium (47%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Snacks.

Other nutrients

Protein5.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber7.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.6 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

A handy approach - 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 Higher risk - Potassium is the highest contributor at 47% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Snacks rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Snacks's Potassium is highest (931 mg, 47% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Potassium is in Snacks?

Data: 100 g of Snacks has Potassium 931 mg (47% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Snacks safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Snacks exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 931 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Snacks compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Next to other Snacks & Sweets options, Snacks carries more Potassium at 931 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.