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Pie, lemon meringue, prepared from recipe

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Pie falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Sodium (12%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus42 mg4%
Low
Sodium242 mg12%
Low
Potassium65 mg3%
Low

About this food

About 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. As a Grains & Starches item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Pie's sodium is the top contributor (12% 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

Protein3.8 gNot part of rating
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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Pie is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest contributor at 12% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Pie rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Pie's Sodium is highest (242 mg, 12% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Sodium is in Pie?

Per 100 g, Pie contains Sodium 242 mg, which is 12% 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 - 242 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.