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Doughnuts, yeast-leavened, with creme filling

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateDoughnuts is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Sodium is highest at 15% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus76 mg8%
Low
Sodium309 mg15%
Moderate
Potassium80 mg4%
Low

About this food

Doughnuts 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

Doughnuts's sodium (15%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein6.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)14.6 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

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 Doughnuts safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Doughnuts is Moderate. Main consideration: Sodium at 15% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Doughnuts rated Moderate?

Doughnuts is rated Moderate because Sodium is 15% of its limit (309 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Sodium is in Doughnuts?

On a per-100 g basis, Doughnuts contains Sodium 309 mg, or 15% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Doughnuts safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Doughnuts falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 80 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Doughnuts compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Doughnuts is less in Sodium (309 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.