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Snacking on dialysis and in advanced CKD is a minefield — namkeen is sodium-dense, nuts are phosphorus-heavy, and dried fruit is a potassium bomb. This list ranks the snacks & sweets category from lightest to heaviest sodium so the kidney-friendlier choices come first; the salty tail is what to avoid.
Snacks ranked from least to most sodium — the minefield-free way to pick something for between meals.
Values are per 100g (USDA FoodData Central / ICMR-NIN). Your actual serving may differ — always multiply by your portion. For a personal plan, check each food's guide for serving advice, leaching techniques, and safer alternatives. Your nephrologist and renal dietitian set YOUR individual limits.
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This content is a general reference, not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment plan. Do not change your diet, fluids, medicines, or dialysis plan without your nephrologist or renal dietitian. Individual recommendations depend on your labs, medications, conditions, and care plan.