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Wheat flour, white (industrial), 15% protein, bleached, enriched

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Wheat flour falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Phosphorus (13%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus128 mg13%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium120 mg6%
Low

About this food

About Wheat flour: 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

Wheat flour's phosphorus is 13% of the limit, from Natural plant source (lower absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein15.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber2.4 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

A handy approach - 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?

Wheat flour scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (13% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Wheat flour rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Phosphorus (128 mg, 13%) is the most prominent of Wheat flour's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Wheat flour?

Data: 100 g of Wheat flour has Phosphorus 128 mg (13% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Wheat flour safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Wheat flour falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 120 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

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

Next to other Grains & Starches options, Wheat flour carries less Phosphorus at 128 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.