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Pancakes, plain, reduced fat

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Pancakes falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Sodium (21%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus190 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium429 mg21%
Moderate
Potassium97 mg5%
Low

About this food

About 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. As a Grains & Starches item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Pancakes's sodium is the top contributor (21% 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

Protein5.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)8.6 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?

Pancakes scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (21% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pancakes rated Moderate?

The reason: Sodium (429 mg, 21%) is the most prominent of Pancakes's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Pancakes?

Per 100 g, Pancakes contains Sodium 429 mg, which is 21% 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 97 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 - 429 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.