Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

25%

Sodium

Potassium

24%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍿 Snacks Avoid

Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac)

Q: Is Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) safe for people with kidney disease?

Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 250.0mg phosphorus, 80.0mg sodium, and 480.0mg 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 Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac)?

A 100.0g serving of Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) contains 250mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 25% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac)?

Per 100.0g serving, Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) provides 80mg of sodium — about 3% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac)?

Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) contains 480mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 24% 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

510 kcal

Protein

14.0 g

Carbs

55.0 g

Fat

26.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

250 mg

25% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

80 mg

3% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

480 mg

24% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) 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

Vietnamese expansion. USDA peanut brittle. K + P high from peanuts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) safe for people with kidney disease?

Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 250.0mg phosphorus, 80.0mg sodium, and 480.0mg 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 Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac)?

A 100.0g serving of Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) contains 250mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 25% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac)?

Per 100.0g serving, Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) provides 80mg of sodium — about 3% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac)?

Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) contains 480mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 24% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Peanut Brittle (Keo Lac) 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.