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Snacks, pretzels, hard, plain, made with enriched flour, unsalted

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Snacks is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest at 12% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus113 mg11%
Low
Sodium250 mg12%
Low
Potassium146 mg7%
Low

About this food

Snacks belongs to the Snacks & Sweets category. 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 sodium is the top contributor (12% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein9.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.2 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

Practical tip: 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 Kidney-friendly: Sodium is 12% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Snacks rated Kidney-friendly?

Snacks's Sodium content (250 mg) equals 12% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Snacks?

Per 100 g, Snacks contains Sodium 250 mg, which is 12% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Snacks safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Snacks falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 146 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Snacks compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Compared with the typical Snacks & Sweets food, Snacks has less Sodium - 250 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.