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Barley flour or meal

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitBarley flour or meal receives a Limit rating. Phosphorus at 30% of its limit is the highest of the three, so keep servings small.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus296 mg30%
High
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium309 mg15%
Moderate

About this food

In a CKD diet, Grains & Starches deserve attention: Barley flour or meal - Grains and starches are usually relatively low in potassium and phosphorus, making them a sensible base for a CKD diet. Watch whole-grain and some processed grain products, which can carry more phosphorus.

Nutrient insight

Barley flour or meal's phosphorus (30%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein10.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber10.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.8 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine44.3 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate157 mgHigh oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Use refined grains as the base and treat whole grains by portion, since they carry more phosphorus.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Barley flour or meal safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Barley flour or meal is Limit, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (30%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Barley flour or meal rated Limit?

Simply put: among Barley flour or meal's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (296 mg, 30%), and by the tier rule (25-30%) the result is Limit.

How much Phosphorus is in Barley flour or meal?

On a per-100 g basis, Barley flour or meal contains Phosphorus 296 mg, or 30% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Barley flour or meal safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Barley flour or meal exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 309 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Barley flour or meal compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Barley flour or meal is more in Phosphorus (296 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.