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Pasta, whole-wheat, dry (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskPasta receives a Higher risk rating. Phosphorus (34%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus343 mg34%
High
Sodium6 mg<1%
Low
Potassium434 mg22%
Moderate

About this food

In a CKD diet, Grains & Starches deserve attention: Pasta - 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

Pasta's phosphorus (34%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein13.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber9.2 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 scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (34% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pasta rated Higher risk?

The reason: Phosphorus (343 mg, 34%) is the most prominent of Pasta's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Pasta?

On a per-100 g basis, Pasta contains Phosphorus 343 mg, or 34% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Pasta safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Pasta exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 434 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 more in Phosphorus (343 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.