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Pancakes, gluten-free, frozen, ready-to-heat

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pancakes is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus exceeds 31% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus306 mg31%
High
Sodium331 mg17%
Moderate
Potassium127 mg6%
Low

About this food

Pancakes belongs to the Grains & Starches category. 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 is the top contributor (31% 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

Protein3.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.1 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

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 Pancakes safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pancakes is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 31% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Pancakes rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Pancakes's Phosphorus is highest (306 mg, 31% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Pancakes?

Per 100 g, Pancakes contains Phosphorus 306 mg, which is 31% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Pancakes safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Pancakes falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 127 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Pancakes compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Pancakes has more Phosphorus - 306 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.