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Pie, apple, commercially prepared, unenriched flour

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyPie scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Sodium leads at 13% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus24 mg2%
Low
Sodium266 mg13%
Low
Potassium65 mg3%
Low

About this food

How to think about Grains & Starches: Pie is worth a closer look - 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

Pie's sodium is the top contributor (13% 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

Protein1.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate2.5 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 Pie safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Pie falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Sodium (13%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Pie rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 266 mg, 13% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Pie is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Pie?

Per 100 g, Pie contains Sodium 266 mg, which is 13% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Pie safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Pie falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 65 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Pie compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Pie has less Sodium - 266 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.