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Rice, white, long-grain, regular, raw, unenriched

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyRice is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Phosphorus is highest (12%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus115 mg12%
Low
Sodium5 mg<1%
Low
Potassium115 mg6%
Low

About this food

Rice sits in the Grains & Starches group. 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

Rice's phosphorus (12%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein7.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.1 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine13.9 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate4 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 Rice safe for kidney disease?

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

Why is Rice rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Rice's Phosphorus is highest (115 mg, 12% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Rice?

On a per-100 g basis, Rice contains Phosphorus 115 mg, or 12% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Rice safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Rice falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 115 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Rice compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Rice is less in Phosphorus (115 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.