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Snacks, tortilla chips, low fat, made with olestra, nacho cheese

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskSnacks's Sodium reaches 35% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus245 mg24%
Moderate
Sodium705 mg35%
High
Potassium396 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Snacks & Sweets: Snacks is worth a closer look - 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 (35% 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

Protein8.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber6.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.8 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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Snacks falls in the Higher risk tier, with Sodium (35%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Snacks rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 705 mg, 35% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Snacks is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Snacks?

Per 100 g, Snacks contains Sodium 705 mg, which is 35% 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 exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 396 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 more Sodium - 705 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.