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Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, refrigerated dough, higher fat, baked

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Biscuits falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (50%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus446 mg45%
High
Sodium1002 mg50%
High
Potassium152 mg8%
Low

About this food

About Biscuits: 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. As a Grains & Starches item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Biscuits's sodium is the top contributor (50% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein6.8 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)8.2 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
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 Biscuits safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Biscuits is rated Higher risk - Sodium is the highest contributor at 50% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Biscuits rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Biscuits's Sodium is highest (1002 mg, 50% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Sodium is in Biscuits?

Per 100 g, Biscuits contains Sodium 1002 mg, which is 50% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Biscuits safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Biscuits falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 152 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Biscuits compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Biscuits has more Sodium - 1002 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.