Candied Sweet Potato is Moderate for kidney disease patients
Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Candied Sweet Potato — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
3%
Sodium
5%
Potassium
18%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥦 Vegetables Moderate

Candied Sweet Potato

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
187 kcal
Protein
1.2 g
Carbs
37.7 g
Fat
3.5 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
28 mg
3% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
121 mg
5% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
362 mg
18% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Candied Sweet Potato is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 73406000)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Candied Sweet Potato safe for people with kidney disease?
Candied Sweet Potato is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 28.0mg phosphorus, 121.0mg sodium, and 362.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Candied Sweet Potato?
A 100.0g serving of Candied Sweet Potato contains 28mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 3% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Candied Sweet Potato?
Per 100.0g serving, Candied Sweet Potato provides 121mg of sodium — about 5% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Candied Sweet Potato?
Candied Sweet Potato contains 362mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 18% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Candied Sweet Potato?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Candied Sweet Potato is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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Last updated: April 18, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines