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Wheat, hard red winter

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Wheat is Limit: Phosphorus hits 29% of its limit, close to the warning band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus288 mg29%
High
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium363 mg18%
Moderate

About this food

Wheat is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Wheat's phosphorus (29%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein12.6 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber12.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.4 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

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 Wheat safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Wheat is rated Limit - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 29% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Wheat rated Limit?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Wheat's Phosphorus is highest (288 mg, 29% of daily limit), falling in the 25-30% band - hence the Limit rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Wheat?

On a per-100 g basis, Wheat contains Phosphorus 288 mg, or 29% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Wheat safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Wheat exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 363 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Wheat compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Wheat is more in Phosphorus (288 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.