Lightly Potato Chips — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

15%

Sodium

11%

Potassium

65%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Lightly Potato Chips

Q: Is Lightly Potato Chips safe for people with kidney disease?

Lightly Potato Chips is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 148.0mg phosphorus, 264.0mg sodium, and 1300.0mg 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 Lightly Potato Chips?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Potato Chips contains 148mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 15% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Lightly Potato Chips?

Per 100.0g serving, Lightly Potato Chips provides 264mg of sodium — about 11% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Lightly Potato Chips?

Lightly Potato Chips contains 1300mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 65% 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

559 kcal

Protein

6.7 g

Carbs

53.4 g

Fat

35.3 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

148 mg

15% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

264 mg

11% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

1300 mg

65% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Lightly Potato Chips 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: 71202500)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Phosphorus28 mg

Sodium142 mg

Potassium209 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lightly Potato Chips safe for people with kidney disease?

Lightly Potato Chips is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 148.0mg phosphorus, 264.0mg sodium, and 1300.0mg 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 Lightly Potato Chips?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Potato Chips contains 148mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 15% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Lightly Potato Chips?

Per 100.0g serving, Lightly Potato Chips provides 264mg of sodium — about 11% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Lightly Potato Chips?

Lightly Potato Chips contains 1300mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 65% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Lightly Potato Chips?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Lightly Potato Chips 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.