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Cake, snack cakes, not chocolate, with icing or filling, low-fat, with added fiber

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Cake's Moderate rating is led by Sodium (16%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus98 mg10%
Low
Sodium316 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium73 mg4%
Low

About this food

Cake (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Cake's sodium (16%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein3.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber14.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)29.7 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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Cake is Moderate. Main consideration: Sodium at 16% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Cake rated Moderate?

Cake is rated Moderate because Sodium is 16% of its limit (316 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Sodium is in Cake?

On a per-100 g basis, Cake contains Sodium 316 mg, or 16% 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 73 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 (316 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.