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Pie, pecan, commercially prepared

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Pie falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Sodium (14%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus83 mg8%
Low
Sodium275 mg14%
Low
Potassium99 mg5%
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 14% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein4.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)25.2 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

A handy approach - 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?

Pie scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (14% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Pie rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Sodium (275 mg, 14%) is the most prominent of Pie's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Pie?

Data: 100 g of Pie has Sodium 275 mg (14% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Pie safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Pie falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 99 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Pie compare to other grains & starches foods?

Next to other Grains & Starches options, Pie carries less Sodium at 275 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.