Flour is Safe for kidney disease patients
Good choice for kidney disease patients · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Flour — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
11%
Sodium
0%
Potassium
7%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Flour

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
0 kcal
Protein
11.4 g
Carbs
74.5 g
Fat
1.5 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
106 mg
11% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
0 mg
0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
135 mg
7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Safe for CKD

Flour is a kidney-friendly choice. With low levels of restricted minerals (phosphorus, sodium, potassium), you can include this in your CKD diet without strict portion limits. Still, balance with other foods throughout the day.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flour safe for people with kidney disease?
Flour is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 106.2mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 135.5mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Flour?
A 100.0g serving of Flour contains 106mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Flour?
Per 100.0g serving, Flour provides 0mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Flour?
Flour contains 135mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Flour?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Flour is rated Safe (Good choice for kidney disease patients), it is generally a good choice for dialysis patients in normal portions. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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Last updated: March 15, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines