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Pancakes, plain, dry mix, incomplete (includes buttermilk)

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Pancakes is Higher risk: the highest item, Phosphorus, is at 63% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus627 mg63%
High
Sodium1148 mg57%
High
Potassium191 mg10%
Low

About this food

Pancakes is a common member of Grains & Starches. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Pancakes's phosphorus (63%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein10 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber5.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.2 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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Pancakes is Higher risk. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 63% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Pancakes rated Higher risk?

Pancakes is rated Higher risk because Phosphorus is 63% of its limit (627 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Pancakes?

On a per-100 g basis, Pancakes contains Phosphorus 627 mg, or 63% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Pancakes safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Pancakes falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 191 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 (627 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.