Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

57%

Sodium

33%

Potassium

41%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers

Q: Is Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers safe for people with kidney disease?

Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 571.0mg phosphorus, 750.0mg sodium, and 821.0mg 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 potassium is in Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers?

Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers contains 821mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 41% 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

482 kcal

Protein

17.9 g

Carbs

32.1 g

Fat

35.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

571 mg

57% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

750 mg

33% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

821 mg

41% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers 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: 2653103) · Foods Alive Inc.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

Safe

Instant Maple Flavored Oatmeal

White With Carrots And Tomatoes And/or Tomato-based Sauce Rice

Marshmallow With Coconut Cookie

Phosphorus97 mg

Sodium188 mg

Potassium182 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers safe for people with kidney disease?

Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 571.0mg phosphorus, 750.0mg sodium, and 821.0mg 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 Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers?

A 100.0g serving of Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers contains 571mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 57% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers?

Per 100.0g serving, Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers provides 750mg of sodium — about 33% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers?

Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers contains 821mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 41% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Italian Zest Italian Zest Flax Crackers 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.