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Rice cake, cracker (include hain mini rice cakes)

Per 100 g edible portion
Snacks & Sweets
Higher riskRice cake is rated Higher risk. Phosphorus is 36% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus360 mg36%
High
Sodium71 mg4%
Low
Potassium428 mg21%
Moderate

About this food

Rice cake sits in the Snacks & Sweets group. Snacks and sweets are mostly processed foods that often contain inorganic phosphorus additives (the most absorbable kind) and added sugar, making them a high-caution category in CKD.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus leads at 36%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Processed additive (highest absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein7.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.9 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine13.9 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate4 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Scan ingredient lists for phosphorus additives; sugary snacks matter even more if you also have diabetes.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rice cake safe for kidney disease?

Rice cake is rated Higher risk: Phosphorus is 36% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Rice cake rated Higher risk?

Rice cake's Phosphorus content (360 mg) equals 36% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Rice cake?

In every 100 g of Rice cake, Phosphorus is about 360 mg - roughly 36% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Rice cake safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Rice cake exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 428 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Rice cake compare to other snacks & sweets foods?

Against the Snacks & Sweets average, Rice cake shows more Phosphorus (360 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.