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Sugars, brown

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlySugars is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (7%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus4 mg<1%
Low
Sodium28 mg1%
Low
Potassium133 mg7%
Low

About this food

Sugars 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

Potassium is the highest of the three at 7%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein0.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)97 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 Sugars safe for kidney disease?

Sugars scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (7% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Sugars rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (133 mg, 7%) is the most prominent of Sugars's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Sugars?

In every 100 g of Sugars, Potassium is about 133 mg - roughly 7% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Sugars safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Sugars falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 133 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Sugars compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Against the Snacks & Sweets average, Sugars shows less Potassium (133 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.