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Muffins, English, raisin-cinnamon (includes apple-cinnamon)

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyMuffins scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Sodium leads at 15% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus91 mg9%
Low
Sodium299 mg15%
Low
Potassium173 mg9%
Low

About this food

How to think about Grains & Starches: Muffins is worth a closer look - 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

Muffins's sodium is 15% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein7.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)14.8 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

A handy approach - 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 Muffins safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Muffins is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (15%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Muffins rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Muffins's three minerals, Sodium is highest (299 mg, 15%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Muffins?

Data: 100 g of Muffins has Sodium 299 mg (15% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Muffins safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Muffins falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 173 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Muffins compare to other grains & starches foods?

Next to other Grains & Starches options, Muffins carries less Sodium at 299 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.