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Danish pastry, raspberry, unenriched

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateDanish pastry is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Sodium is highest at 18% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

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

About this food

Danish pastry sits in the Grains & Starches group. 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

Danish pastry's sodium (18%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

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

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 Danish pastry safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Danish pastry is Moderate - Sodium (18%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Danish pastry rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Danish pastry's Sodium is 354 mg, 18% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Sodium is in Danish pastry?

On a per-100 g basis, Danish pastry contains Sodium 354 mg, or 18% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Danish pastry safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Danish pastry falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 83 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

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

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Danish pastry is less in Sodium (354 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.