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Tortillas, ready-to-bake or -fry, corn

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Tortillas falls in the Higher risk tier - Phosphorus (31%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus314 mg31%
High
Sodium45 mg2%
Low
Potassium186 mg9%
Low

About this food

About Tortillas: 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

Tortillas's phosphorus is the top contributor (31% 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

Protein5.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber6.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.9 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
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 Tortillas safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Tortillas falls in the Higher risk tier, with Phosphorus (31%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Tortillas rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 314 mg, 31% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Tortillas is rated Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Tortillas?

Per 100 g, Tortillas contains Phosphorus 314 mg, which is 31% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Tortillas safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Tortillas falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 186 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Tortillas compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Tortillas has more Phosphorus - 314 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.