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Snacks, tortilla chips, nacho-flavor, made with enriched masa flour

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Snacks is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 35% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus244 mg24%
Moderate
Sodium708 mg35%
High
Potassium216 mg11%
Low

About this food

Snacks is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Snacks's sodium (35%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein7.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber5.3 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

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?

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: 708 mg, 35% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Snacks is rated Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Snacks?

On a per-100 g basis, Snacks contains Sodium 708 mg, or 35% of the 2,000 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 216 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 Sodium (708 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.