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Sweeteners, tabletop, aspartame, EQUAL, packets

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Kidney-friendlySweeteners receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest at <1%, yet stays under the 15% line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus0 mg<1%
Low
Sodium0 mg<1%
Low
Potassium4 mg<1%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Snacks & Sweets deserve attention: Sweeteners - 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 <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

Protein2.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)80.7 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

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 Sweeteners safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Sweeteners is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (<1%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Sweeteners rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Sweeteners's three minerals, Potassium is highest (4 mg, <1%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Sweeteners?

In every 100 g of Sweeteners, Potassium is about 4 mg - roughly <1% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Sweeteners safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Sweeteners falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 4 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Sweeteners compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Against the Snacks & Sweets average, Sweeteners shows less Potassium (4 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.