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Wheat, soft red winter

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Wheat lands in the Higher risk band: Phosphorus is 49% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus493 mg49%
High
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium397 mg20%
Moderate

About this food

For Grains & Starches, Wheat is a typical example. 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 (49% 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
Fiber12.5 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

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?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Wheat falls in the Higher risk tier, with Phosphorus (49%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Wheat rated Higher risk?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 493 mg, 49% of the limit, in the >30% band - so Wheat is rated Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Wheat?

Per 100 g, Wheat contains Phosphorus 493 mg, which is 49% 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 397 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 - 493 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.