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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

22%

Sodium

10%

Potassium

33%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

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Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate

Q: Is Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate safe for people with kidney disease?

Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 220.0mg phosphorus, 220.0mg sodium, and 661.0mg 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 Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate?

Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate contains 661mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 33% 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

396 kcal

Protein

66.1 g

Carbs

17.6 g

Fat

7.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

220 mg

22% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

220 mg

10% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

661 mg

33% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate 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: 2507113) · PepsiCo, Inc. (CytoSport)

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Phosphorus81 mg

Sodium65 mg

Potassium163 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate safe for people with kidney disease?

Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 220.0mg phosphorus, 220.0mg sodium, and 661.0mg 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 Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate?

A 100.0g serving of Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate contains 220mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 22% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate?

Per 100.0g serving, Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate provides 220mg of sodium — about 10% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate?

Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate contains 661mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 33% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate 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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