Chocolate Protein Powder — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

63%

Sodium

11%

Potassium

45%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Chocolate Protein Powder

Q: Is Chocolate Protein Powder safe for people with kidney disease?

Chocolate Protein Powder is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 625.0mg phosphorus, 262.0mg sodium, and 900.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Chocolate Protein Powder?

A 100.0g serving of Chocolate Protein Powder contains 625mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 63% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Chocolate Protein Powder?

Per 100.0g serving, Chocolate Protein Powder provides 262mg of sodium — about 11% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Chocolate Protein Powder?

Chocolate Protein Powder contains 900mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 45% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

400 kcal

Protein

50.0 g

Carbs

25.0 g

Fat

11.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

625 mg

63% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

262 mg

11% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

900 mg

45% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Chocolate Protein Powder contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

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

Source & Notes

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 1949964) · PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Meat & Protein? Try these instead:

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Complete Protein Shake

Phosphorus91 mg

Sodium82 mg

Potassium64 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chocolate Protein Powder safe for people with kidney disease?

Chocolate Protein Powder is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 625.0mg phosphorus, 262.0mg sodium, and 900.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Chocolate Protein Powder?

A 100.0g serving of Chocolate Protein Powder contains 625mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 63% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Chocolate Protein Powder?

Per 100.0g serving, Chocolate Protein Powder provides 262mg of sodium — about 11% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Chocolate Protein Powder?

Chocolate Protein Powder contains 900mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 45% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Chocolate Protein Powder?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Chocolate Protein Powder is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.