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Pie Crust, Cookie-type, Graham Cracker, Ready Crust

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModeratePie Crust receives a Moderate rating. Sodium leads the three minerals at 24% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus117 mg12%
Low
Sodium471 mg24%
Moderate
Potassium113 mg6%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Grains & Starches deserve attention: Pie Crust - 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 Crust's sodium (24%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein5.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)18.1 gNatural sugar
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

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 Pie Crust safe for kidney disease?

Pie Crust scores Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (24% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pie Crust rated Moderate?

The reason: Sodium (471 mg, 24%) is the most prominent of Pie Crust's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Pie Crust?

On a per-100 g basis, Pie Crust contains Sodium 471 mg, or 24% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Pie Crust safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Pie Crust falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 113 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Pie Crust compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Pie Crust is more in Sodium (471 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.