Pasta and CKD: Potassium Data per 100 g
Short answer: Pasta contains 44 mg of Potassium per 100 g, which is 2% of the daily limit. This sits in the Low band; check the food page for the other minerals as well.
About Pasta
Pasta 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
On the phosphorus angle (6%), Pasta belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium per 100 g
Phosphorus58 mg6%Low
Sodium1 mg<1%Low
Potassium44 mg2%Low
Practical tips
A common practice is: Use refined grains as the base and treat whole grains by portion, since they carry more phosphorus.
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