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Snacks, tortilla chips, nacho-flavor, reduced fat

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Snacks is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 50% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus318 mg32%
High
Sodium1003 mg50%
High
Potassium272 mg14%
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 (50%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein8.7 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

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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Snacks is Higher risk. Main consideration: Sodium at 50% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Snacks rated Higher risk?

Snacks is rated Higher risk because Sodium is 50% of its limit (1003 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Snacks?

On a per-100 g basis, Snacks contains Sodium 1003 mg, or 50% 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 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 Sodium (1003 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.