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Wheat, KAMUT khorasan, uncooked

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Wheat is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus exceeds 36% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus364 mg36%
High
Sodium5 mg<1%
Low
Potassium403 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

Wheat 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's phosphorus is the top contributor (36% 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

Protein14.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber11.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.8 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

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 safe for kidney disease?

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

Why is Wheat rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Wheat's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (364 mg, 36%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Wheat?

Per 100 g, Wheat contains Phosphorus 364 mg, which is 36% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Wheat safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Wheat exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 403 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Wheat compare to other grains & starches foods?

Compared with the typical Grains & Starches food, Wheat has more Phosphorus - 364 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.