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Snacks, vegetable chips, made from garden vegetables

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskSnacks is rated Higher risk. Potassium is 42% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus130 mg13%
Low
Sodium412 mg21%
Moderate
Potassium838 mg42%
High

About this food

Snacks sits in the Snacks & Sweets group. 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 potassium reaches 42% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein5.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4 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

If you are managing mineral intake: 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 scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (42% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Snacks rated Higher risk?

The reason: Potassium (838 mg, 42%) is the most prominent of Snacks's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Snacks?

Snacks's Potassium content is 838 mg per 100 g - 42% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Snacks safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Snacks exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 838 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Snacks compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

How does Snacks compare within Snacks & Sweets? Its Potassium (838 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.