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Pie, egg custard, commercially prepared

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyPie receives a Kidney-friendly rating. Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sodium is highest at 14%, yet stays under the 15% line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus112 mg11%
Low
Sodium275 mg14%
Low
Potassium106 mg5%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Grains & Starches deserve attention: Pie - 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 (14%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein5.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)11.6 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 safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Pie is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (14%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Pie rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Pie's three minerals, Sodium is highest (275 mg, 14%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Pie?

On a per-100 g basis, Pie contains Sodium 275 mg, or 14% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Pie safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Pie falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 106 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Pie compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Pie is less in Sodium (275 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.