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Cake, white, dry mix, special dietary (includes lemon-flavored)

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitCake receives a Limit rating. Phosphorus at 30% of its limit is the highest of the three, so keep servings small.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus296 mg30%
High
Sodium260 mg13%
Low
Potassium149 mg7%
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 phosphorus (30%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein3 gNot part of rating
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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Cake falls in the Limit tier, with Phosphorus (30%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Cake rated Limit?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 296 mg, 30% of the limit, in the 25-30% band - so Cake is rated Limit.

How much Phosphorus is in Cake?

On a per-100 g basis, Cake contains Phosphorus 296 mg, or 30% of the 1,000 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 149 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 Phosphorus (296 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.