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Waffles, plain, frozen, ready-to-heat

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Waffles's Higher risk rating is driven by Phosphorus (36%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus361 mg36%
High
Sodium638 mg32%
High
Potassium125 mg6%
Low

About this food

Waffles (Grains & Starches). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Waffles's phosphorus (36%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein6.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.9 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

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 Waffles safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Waffles is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (36%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Waffles rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Waffles's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (361 mg, 36%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Waffles?

On a per-100 g basis, Waffles contains Phosphorus 361 mg, or 36% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Waffles safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Waffles falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 125 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Waffles compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Waffles is more in Phosphorus (361 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.