White Rice and CKD: Potassium, Phosphorus & Sodium Reference
Based on the daily limits this site uses, White Rice lands in the Kidney-friendly tier. Measured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, White Rice is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Phosphorus, reaches only 4% of the limit.
About White Rice
White Rice is a common member of Grains & Starches. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.
Nutrient insight
Phosphorus leads at 4%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Natural plant source (lower absorption)) to judge the true burden.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium per 100 g
Practical tips
How to eat it more safely: Use refined grains as the base and treat whole grains by portion, since they carry more phosphorus.
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