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Cake, yellow, light, dry mix

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskCake receives a Higher risk rating. Phosphorus (32%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus324 mg32%
High
Sodium604 mg30%
High
Potassium65 mg3%
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 (32%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein4.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.3 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Cake is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (32%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Cake rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Cake's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (324 mg, 32%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Cake?

On a per-100 g basis, Cake contains Phosphorus 324 mg, or 32% 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 65 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 (324 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.