Churros

Q: Is Churros safe for people with kidney disease?

Churros is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 115.0mg phosphorus, 309.0mg sodium, and 105.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Churros?

A 100.0g serving of Churros contains 115mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 12% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Churros?

Per 100.0g serving, Churros provides 309mg of sodium — about 13% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Churros?

Churros contains 105mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% 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

419 kcal

Protein

6.1 g

Carbs

48.9 g

Fat

22.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

115 mg

12% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

309 mg

13% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

105 mg

5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Churros 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: 53520200)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Churros safe for people with kidney disease?

Churros is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 115.0mg phosphorus, 309.0mg sodium, and 105.0mg 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 Churros?

A 100.0g serving of Churros contains 115mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 12% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Churros?

Per 100.0g serving, Churros provides 309mg of sodium — about 13% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Churros?

Churros contains 105mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Churros?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Churros 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.