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Cake, chocolate, commercially prepared with chocolate frosting, in-store bakery

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateCake receives a Moderate rating. Sodium leads the three minerals at 17% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus137 mg14%
Low
Sodium348 mg17%
Moderate
Potassium270 mg14%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Grains & Starches deserve attention: Cake - 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

Cake's sodium (17%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein3.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)40 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

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 Cake safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cake is rated Moderate - Sodium is the highest contributor at 17% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Cake rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Cake's Sodium is highest (348 mg, 17% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Sodium is in Cake?

On a per-100 g basis, Cake contains Sodium 348 mg, or 17% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Cake safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Cake falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 270 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Cake compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Cake is less in Sodium (348 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.