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Oat flour, partially debranned

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskOat flour's Phosphorus reaches 45% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus452 mg45%
High
Sodium19 mg<1%
Low
Potassium371 mg19%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Grains & Starches: Oat flour 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

Oat flour's phosphorus is the top contributor (45% 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

Protein14.7 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber6.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.8 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine2.5 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
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 Oat flour safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Oat flour is Higher risk - Phosphorus (45%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Oat flour rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Oat flour's Phosphorus is 452 mg, 45% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Oat flour?

Per 100 g, Oat flour contains Phosphorus 452 mg, which is 45% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Oat flour safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Oat flour exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 371 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Oat flour compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Oat flour has more Phosphorus - 452 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.