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Doughnuts, cake-type, plain, chocolate-coated or frosted

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Doughnuts is rated Moderate - Phosphorus is the top contributor at 21% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus210 mg21%
Moderate
Sodium326 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium201 mg10%
Low

About this food

Doughnuts 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

Doughnuts's phosphorus is the top contributor (21% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein4.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)26.6 gNatural sugar
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 Doughnuts safe for kidney disease?

Doughnuts scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (21% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Doughnuts rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (210 mg, 21%) is the most prominent of Doughnuts's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Doughnuts?

Per 100 g, Doughnuts contains Phosphorus 210 mg, which is 21% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Doughnuts safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Doughnuts falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 201 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Doughnuts compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Doughnuts has more Phosphorus - 210 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.