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Pancakes, plain, prepared from recipe

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pancakes is rated Moderate - Sodium is the top contributor at 22% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus159 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium439 mg22%
Moderate
Potassium132 mg7%
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 sodium is the top contributor (22% 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

Protein6.4 gNot part of rating
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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Pancakes is Moderate. Main consideration: Sodium at 22% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Pancakes rated Moderate?

Pancakes is rated Moderate because Sodium is 22% of its limit (439 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Sodium is in Pancakes?

Per 100 g, Pancakes contains Sodium 439 mg, which is 22% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 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 132 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 Sodium - 439 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.