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Danish pastry, lemon, unenriched

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Danish pastry falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Sodium (18%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus89 mg9%
Low
Sodium354 mg18%
Moderate
Potassium83 mg4%
Low

About this food

About Danish pastry: 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. As a Grains & Starches item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Danish pastry's sodium is the top contributor (18% 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

Protein5.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 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

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 Danish pastry safe for kidney disease?

Danish pastry is rated Moderate: Sodium is 18% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Danish pastry rated Moderate?

Danish pastry's Sodium content (354 mg) equals 18% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Danish pastry?

Per 100 g, Danish pastry contains Sodium 354 mg, which is 18% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Danish pastry safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Danish pastry falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 83 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Danish pastry compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Danish pastry has less Sodium - 354 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.