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Barley malt flour

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Barley malt flour is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus exceeds 30% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus303 mg30%
High
Sodium11 mg<1%
Low
Potassium224 mg11%
Low

About this food

Barley malt flour belongs to the Grains & Starches category. 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 malt flour's phosphorus is the top contributor (30% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein10.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber7.1 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 · exact match
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: 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 malt flour safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Barley malt flour is Higher risk - Phosphorus (30%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Barley malt flour rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Barley malt flour's Phosphorus is 303 mg, 30% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Barley malt flour?

Per 100 g, Barley malt flour contains Phosphorus 303 mg, which is 30% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Barley malt flour safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Barley malt flour falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 224 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

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

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Barley malt flour has more Phosphorus - 303 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.