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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

19%

Sodium

31%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos)

Q: Is Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) safe for people with kidney disease?

Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 193.0mg phosphorus, 704.0mg sodium, and 143.0mg 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 Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos)?

A 100.0g serving of Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) contains 193mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 19% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos)?

Per 100.0g serving, Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) provides 704mg of sodium — about 31% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos)?

Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) contains 143mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% 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

536 kcal

Protein

6.1 g

Carbs

57.0 g

Fat

33.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

193 mg

19% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

704 mg

31% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

143 mg

7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) 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 FNDDS (foodCode: 54401035)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Hayacas, Puerto Rican Style

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Grits, With Cheese, Ns As To Fat

Phosphorus64 mg

Sodium143 mg

Potassium27 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) safe for people with kidney disease?

Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 193.0mg phosphorus, 704.0mg sodium, and 143.0mg 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 Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos)?

A 100.0g serving of Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) contains 193mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 19% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos)?

Per 100.0g serving, Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) provides 704mg of sodium — about 31% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos)?

Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) contains 143mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Corn Chips, Flavored (Fritos) 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.

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