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Barley, pearled, cooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Barley is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest at 5% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus54 mg5%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium93 mg5%
Low

About this food

Barley 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's phosphorus is the top contributor (5% 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

Protein2.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber3.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 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

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 safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Barley is Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus (5%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Barley rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Barley's Phosphorus is 54 mg, 5% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Barley?

Per 100 g, Barley contains Phosphorus 54 mg, which is 5% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Barley safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Barley falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 93 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Barley compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Barley has less Phosphorus - 54 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.