Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

13%

Sodium

35%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍿 Snacks Avoid

Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz

Q: Is Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz safe for people with kidney disease?

Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 127.0mg phosphorus, 809.0mg sodium, and 87.0mg 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 potassium is in Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz?

Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz contains 87mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% 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

481 kcal

Protein

9.9 g

Carbs

65.8 g

Fat

19.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

127 mg

13% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

809 mg

35% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

87 mg

4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz 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 Branded (fdc_id: 750976) · Kellogg Company US

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Safe

Latte Decaffeinated Coffee

Clear Thickened Water

Coconut Water With Chocolate

Phosphorus24 mg

Sodium42 mg

Potassium167 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz safe for people with kidney disease?

Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 127.0mg phosphorus, 809.0mg sodium, and 87.0mg 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 Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz?

A 100.0g serving of Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz contains 127mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 13% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz?

Per 100.0g serving, Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz provides 809mg of sodium — about 35% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz?

Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz contains 87mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sunshine Cheez-it Crackers Hot & Spicy 1.65oz 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.