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Wheat, KAMUT khorasan, cooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyWheat scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Phosphorus leads at 15% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus147 mg15%
Low
Sodium8 mg<1%
Low
Potassium164 mg8%
Low

About this food

How to think about Grains & Starches: Wheat is worth a closer look - 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's phosphorus is 15% 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

Protein5.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.1 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 safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Wheat is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (15%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Wheat rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Wheat's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (147 mg, 15%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Wheat?

Data: 100 g of Wheat has Phosphorus 147 mg (15% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Wheat safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Wheat falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 164 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Wheat compare to other grains & starches foods?

Next to other Grains & Starches options, Wheat carries less Phosphorus at 147 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.