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Sugar, turbinado

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Sugar's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Potassium (1%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus1 mg<1%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium29 mg1%
Low

About this food

Sugar (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

Potassium is the highest of the three at 1%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein0 gNot part of rating
Sugar (total)99.2 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate3 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sugar safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Sugar is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest contributor at 1% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Sugar rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sugar's Potassium is highest (29 mg, 1% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Sugar?

In every 100 g of Sugar, Potassium is about 29 mg - roughly 1% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Sugar safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Sugar falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 29 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Sugar compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Against the Snacks & Sweets average, Sugar shows less Potassium (29 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.