What are some foods that boost calories but are low in sodium, potassium and phosphorus?

Diet & Nutrition Kidney Diet Tips What are some foods that boost calories but are low in sodium, potassium and phosphorus?

What are some foods that boost calories but are low in sodium, potassium and phosphorus?

August 14, 2007

Sara Colman, RDN, CDCES

Some calorie boosters include:

butter mints

cranberry juice

cranberry sauce

frosting

fruit roll-ups

hard candy

honey

jam or jelly

jelly beans

marshmallows

pancake syrup

regular soda pop

sugar

sweetened fruit drinks

cream cheese

margarine or butter

mayonnaise

oil (canola, oilve, vegetable)

sour cream

whipped topping

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This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment. Consult your physician and dietitian regarding your specific diagnosis, treatment, diet and health questions.

About the author:

Sara Colman, RDN, CDCES

Sara is a renal dietitian with over 30 years experience working with people with diabetes and kidney disease. She is co-author of the popular kidney cookbook "Cooking for David: A Culinary Dialysis Cookbook". Sara is the Manager of Kidney Care Nutrition for DaVita. She analyzes recipes and creates content, resources and tools for the kidney community. In her spare time Sara loves to spend time with her young grandson, including fun times together in her kitchen.

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