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Wheat, sprouted

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
ModerateUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Wheat falls in the Moderate tier, mainly driven by Phosphorus (20%). Enjoy in moderation.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus200 mg20%
Moderate
Sodium16 mg<1%
Low
Potassium169 mg8%
Low

About this food

About Wheat: 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's phosphorus is the top contributor (20% 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

Protein7.5 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Wheat is Moderate - Phosphorus (20%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Wheat rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Wheat's Phosphorus is 200 mg, 20% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Wheat?

Per 100 g, Wheat contains Phosphorus 200 mg, which is 20% 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 falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 169 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 less Phosphorus - 200 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.