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Snacks, potato chips, plain, made with partially hydrogenated soybean oil, unsalted

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Snacks's Higher risk rating is driven by Potassium (64%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus165 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium8 mg<1%
Low
Potassium1275 mg64%
High

About this food

Snacks (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Potassium is the highest of the three at 64%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein7 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.8 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

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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Related guides

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Frequently asked questions

Is Snacks safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Snacks is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (64%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Snacks rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Snacks's three minerals, Potassium is highest (1275 mg, 64%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Snacks?

In every 100 g of Snacks, Potassium is about 1275 mg - roughly 64% 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 1275 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 (1275 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.