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Corn flour, masa, enriched, white

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Corn flour's Moderate rating is led by Phosphorus (23%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus231 mg23%
Moderate
Sodium5 mg<1%
Low
Potassium262 mg13%
Low

About this food

Corn flour (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

Corn flour's phosphorus (23%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein8.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber6.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.6 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine6.4 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate1 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
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 Corn flour safe for kidney disease?

Corn flour is rated Moderate: Phosphorus is 23% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Corn flour rated Moderate?

Corn flour's Phosphorus content (231 mg) equals 23% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Corn flour?

On a per-100 g basis, Corn flour contains Phosphorus 231 mg, or 23% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Corn flour safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Corn flour falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 262 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Corn flour compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Corn flour is more in Phosphorus (231 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.