Brown Rice vs Dark Chocolate: Which Is Better for Kidneys?

Comparing Brown Rice and Dark Chocolate per 100 g: Brown Rice rates Higher risk, while Dark Chocolate rates Moderate under CKD stage 3-4 daily limits. Dark Chocolate carries the lighter mineral load overall, driven mainly by Phosphorus (15% vs 36% of the limit).

Brown Rice
Higher risk Dark Chocolate
Moderate

Phosphorus

360 mg

36%

152 mg

15%

Sodium

71 mg

41 mg

Potassium

428 mg

21%

407 mg

20%

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Frequently asked questions

Which has more phosphorus, brown rice or dark chocolate?

Per 100 g, brown rice contains 360 mg and dark chocolate contains 152 mg of phosphorus.

Is brown rice or dark chocolate better for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, brown rice is rated higher risk and dark chocolate is rated moderate. Ratings reflect mineral load per 100 g only — individual advice should come from your healthcare team.

What is the main difference for a CKD diet?

The largest difference is phosphorus: dark chocolate sits at 15% of the daily limit versus 36% for brown rice. See each food page for the full mineral profile.