Plain Tortilla Chips

Q: Is Plain Tortilla Chips safe for people with kidney disease?

Plain Tortilla Chips is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 225.0mg phosphorus, 328.0mg sodium, and 182.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Plain Tortilla Chips?

A 100.0g serving of Plain Tortilla Chips contains 225mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 23% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Plain Tortilla Chips?

Per 100.0g serving, Plain Tortilla Chips provides 328mg of sodium — about 14% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Plain Tortilla Chips?

Plain Tortilla Chips contains 182mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% 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

472 kcal

Protein

7.1 g

Carbs

67.8 g

Fat

20.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

225 mg

23% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

328 mg

14% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

182 mg

9% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Plain Tortilla Chips is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 54401075)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plain Tortilla Chips safe for people with kidney disease?

Plain Tortilla Chips is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 225.0mg phosphorus, 328.0mg sodium, and 182.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Plain Tortilla Chips?

A 100.0g serving of Plain Tortilla Chips contains 225mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 23% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Plain Tortilla Chips?

Per 100.0g serving, Plain Tortilla Chips provides 328mg of sodium — about 14% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Plain Tortilla Chips?

Plain Tortilla Chips contains 182mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Plain Tortilla Chips?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Plain Tortilla Chips is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.