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Wheat flour, white, all-purpose, enriched, calcium-fortified

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Wheat flour is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest at 11% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus108 mg11%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium107 mg5%
Low

About this food

Wheat flour belongs to the Grains & Starches category. 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

Wheat flour's phosphorus is the top contributor (11% 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

Protein10.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber2.7 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

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 Wheat flour safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Wheat flour is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 11% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Wheat flour rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Wheat flour's Phosphorus is highest (108 mg, 11% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Wheat flour?

Per 100 g, Wheat flour contains Phosphorus 108 mg, which is 11% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Wheat flour safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Wheat flour falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 107 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

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

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Wheat flour has less Phosphorus - 108 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.