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Pasta, dry, enriched

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Pasta's Moderate rating is led by Phosphorus (19%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus189 mg19%
Moderate
Sodium6 mg<1%
Low
Potassium223 mg11%
Low

About this food

Pasta (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Pasta's phosphorus (19%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein13 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber3.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.7 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate18 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 Pasta safe for kidney disease?

Pasta is rated Moderate: Phosphorus is 19% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Pasta rated Moderate?

Pasta's Phosphorus content (189 mg) equals 19% of the limit, sitting in the 15-25% band - that is why it rates Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Pasta?

On a per-100 g basis, Pasta contains Phosphorus 189 mg, or 19% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Pasta safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Pasta falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 223 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Pasta compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Pasta is less in Phosphorus (189 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.