Popcorn

Q: Is Popcorn safe for people with kidney disease?

Popcorn is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 89.0mg phosphorus, 1.0mg sodium, and 93.0mg potassium per 30.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Popcorn?

A 30.0g serving of Popcorn contains 89mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Popcorn?

Per 30.0g serving, Popcorn provides 1mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Popcorn?

Popcorn contains 93mg of potassium per 30.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 30gram serving

Serving Size 30.0 gram

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Calories

114 kcal

Protein

3.7 g

Carbs

22.4 g

Fat

1.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

89 mg

9% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

93 mg

5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Popcorn is a kidney-friendly choice. With low levels of restricted minerals (phosphorus, sodium, potassium), you can include this in your CKD diet without strict portion limits. Still, balance with other foods throughout the day.

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

Source & Notes

Air-popped unsalted popcorn. Avoid microwave varieties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Popcorn safe for people with kidney disease?

Popcorn is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 89.0mg phosphorus, 1.0mg sodium, and 93.0mg potassium per 30.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Popcorn?

A 30.0g serving of Popcorn contains 89mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Popcorn?

Per 30.0g serving, Popcorn provides 1mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Popcorn?

Popcorn contains 93mg of potassium per 30.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Popcorn?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Popcorn is rated Safe (Good choice for kidney disease patients), it is generally a good choice for dialysis patients in normal portions. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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