Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

25%

Sodium

33%

Potassium

12%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn

Q: Is Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn safe for people with kidney disease?

Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 253.0mg phosphorus, 764.0mg sodium, and 232.0mg 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 Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn?

Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn contains 232mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% 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

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Calories

518 kcal

Protein

9.1 g

Carbs

55.0 g

Fat

30.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

253 mg

25% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

764 mg

33% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

232 mg

12% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn 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: 54403056)

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Phosphorus98 mg

Sodium161 mg

Potassium49 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn safe for people with kidney disease?

Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 253.0mg phosphorus, 764.0mg sodium, and 232.0mg 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 Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn?

A 100.0g serving of Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn contains 253mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 25% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn?

Per 100.0g serving, Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn provides 764mg of sodium — about 33% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn?

Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn contains 232mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 12% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Microwave Butter Flavored Popcorn 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.