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Cake, pound, commercially prepared, other than all butter, enriched

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateCake's standout mineral is Sodium (20% of limit), giving it a Moderate rating - fine to eat with attention to portions.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus134 mg13%
Low
Sodium400 mg20%
Moderate
Potassium106 mg5%
Low

About this food

How to think about Grains & Starches: Cake is worth a closer look - 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 is the top contributor (20% 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

Protein5.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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 Cake safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Cake is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (20%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Cake rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Cake's three minerals, Sodium is highest (400 mg, 20%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Cake?

Per 100 g, Cake contains Sodium 400 mg, which is 20% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Cake safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Cake falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 106 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Cake compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Cake has less Sodium - 400 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.