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Snacks, tortilla chips, low fat, unsalted

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Snacks's Higher risk rating is driven by Phosphorus (32%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus318 mg32%
High
Sodium15 mg<1%
Low
Potassium272 mg14%
Low

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

Snacks's phosphorus (32%) is worth noting - especially with Processed additive (highest absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein11 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber5.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.8 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

Worth remembering: 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Snacks is Higher risk - Phosphorus (32%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Snacks rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Snacks's Phosphorus is 318 mg, 32% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Snacks?

On a per-100 g basis, Snacks contains Phosphorus 318 mg, or 32% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Snacks safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Snacks falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 272 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Snacks compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Measured against other Snacks & Sweets foods, Snacks is more in Phosphorus (318 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.