Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

11%

Sodium

37%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers

Q: Is Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers safe for people with kidney disease?

Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 113.0mg phosphorus, 849.0mg sodium, and 115.0mg 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 phosphorus is in Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers?

A 100.0g serving of Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers contains 113mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers?

Per 100.0g serving, Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers provides 849mg of sodium — about 37% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers?

Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers contains 115mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% 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

393 kcal

Protein

10.5 g

Carbs

82.3 g

Fat

1.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

113 mg

11% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

849 mg

37% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

115 mg

6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Saltine Reduced Fat 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

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 54325010)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

Filipino White Rice (Bigas)

Organic White Jasmine Rice

Phosphorus80 mg

Sodium0 mg

Potassium120 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers safe for people with kidney disease?

Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 113.0mg phosphorus, 849.0mg sodium, and 115.0mg 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 Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers?

A 100.0g serving of Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers contains 113mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers?

Per 100.0g serving, Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers provides 849mg of sodium — about 37% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers?

Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers contains 115mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Saltine Reduced Fat Crackers?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Saltine Reduced Fat 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.