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Sorghum grain

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitFrom a daily-limit view, Sorghum grain lands in the Limit band: Phosphorus is highest at 29% - limit your intake.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus289 mg29%
High
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium363 mg18%
Moderate

About this food

For Grains & Starches, Sorghum grain is a typical example. 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

Sorghum grain's phosphorus is the top contributor (29% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein10.6 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber6.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)2.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate1 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 Sorghum grain safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Sorghum grain is rated Limit - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 29% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Sorghum grain rated Limit?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sorghum grain's Phosphorus is highest (289 mg, 29% of daily limit), falling in the 25-30% band - hence the Limit rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Sorghum grain?

Per 100 g, Sorghum grain contains Phosphorus 289 mg, which is 29% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Sorghum grain safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Sorghum grain exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 363 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Sorghum grain compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Sorghum grain has more Phosphorus - 289 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.