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Triticale flour, whole-grain

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskTriticale flour is rated Higher risk. Phosphorus is 32% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus321 mg32%
High
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium466 mg23%
Moderate

About this food

Triticale flour 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

Triticale flour's phosphorus (32%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein13.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber14.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

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 Triticale flour safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Triticale flour is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (32%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Triticale flour rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Triticale flour's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (321 mg, 32%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Triticale flour?

On a per-100 g basis, Triticale flour contains Phosphorus 321 mg, or 32% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Triticale flour safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Triticale flour exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 466 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Triticale flour compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Triticale flour is more in Phosphorus (321 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.