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White Rice and CKD: Potassium, Phosphorus & Sodium Reference

Kidney-friendly Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits

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

Phosphorus43 mg4%
Low
Sodium1 mg<1%
Low
Potassium35 mg2%
Low

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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Lower-risk alternatives

CornstarchK 3 / P 13 mg
Arrowroot flourK 11 / P 5 mg
RiceK 10 / P 8 mg

Related questions

Is white rice good for kidney disease?

White Rice is rated Kidney-friendly for CKD stage 3-4 — the highest mineral is Phosphorus at 4% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Is white rice bad for kidneys?

White Rice is rated Kidney-friendly for CKD stage 3-4 — the highest mineral is Phosphorus at 4% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Is white rice safe for kidney disease?

White Rice is rated Kidney-friendly for CKD stage 3-4 — the highest mineral is Phosphorus at 4% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Can kidney patients eat white rice?

White Rice is rated Kidney-friendly for CKD stage 3-4 — the highest mineral is Phosphorus at 4% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; individual cases should follow medical advice.