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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

14%

Sodium

Potassium

66%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

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Utz, Potato Chips

Q: Is Utz, Potato Chips safe for people with kidney disease?

Utz, Potato Chips is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 143.0mg phosphorus, 18.0mg sodium, and 1320.0mg 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 Utz, Potato Chips?

A 100.0g serving of Utz, Potato Chips contains 143mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 14% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Utz, Potato Chips?

Per 100.0g serving, Utz, Potato Chips provides 18mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Utz, Potato Chips?

Utz, Potato Chips contains 1320mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 66% 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

536 kcal

Protein

7.1 g

Carbs

50.0 g

Fat

32.1 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

143 mg

14% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

18 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

1320 mg

66% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Utz, Potato Chips 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: 1859280) · UTZ Quality Foods, LLC

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Utz, Potato Chips safe for people with kidney disease?

Utz, Potato Chips is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 143.0mg phosphorus, 18.0mg sodium, and 1320.0mg 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 Utz, Potato Chips?

A 100.0g serving of Utz, Potato Chips contains 143mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 14% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Utz, Potato Chips?

Per 100.0g serving, Utz, Potato Chips provides 18mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Utz, Potato Chips?

Utz, Potato Chips contains 1320mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 66% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Utz, Potato Chips?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Utz, Potato Chips 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.

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