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Noodles, flat, crunchy, Chinese restaurant

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Noodles falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Sodium (19%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus87 mg9%
Low
Sodium378 mg19%
Moderate
Potassium89 mg4%
Low

About this food

About Noodles: 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

Noodles's sodium is the top contributor (19% 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

Protein10.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.2 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 Noodles safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Noodles is rated Moderate - Sodium is the highest contributor at 19% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Noodles rated Moderate?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Noodles's Sodium is highest (378 mg, 19% of daily limit), falling in the 15-25% band - hence the Moderate rating.

How much Sodium is in Noodles?

Per 100 g, Noodles contains Sodium 378 mg, which is 19% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Noodles safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Noodles falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 89 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Noodles compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Noodles has less Sodium - 378 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.