Crackers, Saltine is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
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CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
10%
Sodium
41%
Potassium
8%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Crackers, Saltine

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
418 kcal
Protein
9.5 g
Carbs
74.0 g
Fat
8.6 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
102 mg
10% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
941 mg
41% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
152 mg
8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Crackers, Saltine 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: 54325000)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crackers, Saltine safe for people with kidney disease?
Crackers, Saltine is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 102.0mg phosphorus, 941.0mg sodium, and 152.0mg 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 Crackers, Saltine?
A 100.0g serving of Crackers, Saltine contains 102mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 10% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Crackers, Saltine?
Per 100.0g serving, Crackers, Saltine provides 941mg of sodium — about 41% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Crackers, Saltine?
Crackers, Saltine contains 152mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Crackers, Saltine?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Crackers, Saltine 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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Last updated: April 18, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines