Goldfish Crackers is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Goldfish Crackers — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
28%
Sodium
39%
Potassium
7%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Goldfish Crackers

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
480 kcal
Protein
11.0 g
Carbs
63.0 g
Fat
20.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
280 mg
28% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
900 mg
39% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
140 mg
7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Goldfish 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

Imported from american-foods. Kid snack.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Goldfish Crackers safe for people with kidney disease?
Goldfish Crackers is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 280.0mg phosphorus, 900.0mg sodium, and 140.0mg 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 Goldfish Crackers?
A 100.0g serving of Goldfish Crackers contains 280mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 28% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Goldfish Crackers?
Per 100.0g serving, Goldfish Crackers provides 900mg of sodium — about 39% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Goldfish Crackers?
Goldfish Crackers contains 140mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Goldfish Crackers?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Goldfish 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.

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Last updated: June 2, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines