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Pancakes, buckwheat, dry mix, incomplete

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskPancakes receives a Higher risk rating. Phosphorus (91%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus913 mg91%
High
Sodium684 mg34%
High
Potassium316 mg16%
Moderate

About this food

In a CKD diet, Grains & Starches deserve attention: Pancakes - 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

Pancakes's phosphorus (91%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein10.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber8.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.2 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate23 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
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 Pancakes safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Pancakes is Higher risk - Phosphorus (91%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Pancakes rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Pancakes's Phosphorus is 913 mg, 91% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Pancakes?

On a per-100 g basis, Pancakes contains Phosphorus 913 mg, or 91% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Pancakes safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Pancakes exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 316 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Pancakes compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Pancakes is more in Phosphorus (913 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.