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Cream puff, eclair, custard or cream filled, iced

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cream puff is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest at 13% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus71 mg7%
Low
Sodium265 mg13%
Low
Potassium68 mg3%
Low

About this food

Cream puff belongs to the Grains & Starches category. 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

Cream puff's sodium is the top contributor (13% of its limit). Sodium drives blood pressure and swelling, and most CKD patients limit it - watch hidden sodium in sauces and cured products.

Other nutrients

Protein4.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)22.1 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine1.6 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Practical tip: 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 Cream puff safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Cream puff is Kidney-friendly - Sodium (13%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Cream puff rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Cream puff's Sodium is 265 mg, 13% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Sodium is in Cream puff?

Per 100 g, Cream puff contains Sodium 265 mg, which is 13% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Cream puff safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Cream puff falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 68 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Cream puff compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Cream puff has less Sodium - 265 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.