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Cake, pudding-type, white, unenriched, dry mix

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Cake is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 33% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus277 mg28%
High
Sodium665 mg33%
High
Potassium72 mg4%
Low

About this food

Cake is a common member of Grains & Starches. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Cake's sodium (33%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein3.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.7 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

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?

Cake is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 33% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Cake rated Higher risk?

Cake's Sodium content (665 mg) equals 33% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Cake?

On a per-100 g basis, Cake contains Sodium 665 mg, or 33% 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 72 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 more in Sodium (665 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.