Quarter Pounder

Q: Is Quarter Pounder safe for people with kidney disease?

Quarter Pounder is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 121.0mg phosphorus, 374.0mg sodium, and 225.0mg 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 Quarter Pounder?

A 100.0g serving of Quarter Pounder contains 121mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 12% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Quarter Pounder?

Per 100.0g serving, Quarter Pounder provides 374mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Quarter Pounder?

Quarter Pounder contains 225mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 11% 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

256 kcal

Protein

15.7 g

Carbs

22.1 g

Fat

11.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

121 mg

12% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

374 mg

16% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

225 mg

11% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Quarter Pounder 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: 27510229)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quarter Pounder safe for people with kidney disease?

Quarter Pounder is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 121.0mg phosphorus, 374.0mg sodium, and 225.0mg 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 Quarter Pounder?

A 100.0g serving of Quarter Pounder contains 121mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 12% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Quarter Pounder?

Per 100.0g serving, Quarter Pounder provides 374mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Quarter Pounder?

Quarter Pounder contains 225mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 11% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Quarter Pounder?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Quarter Pounder 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.