100% Whole Grain Elbows — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

45%

Sodium

Potassium

26%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

100% Whole Grain Elbows

Q: Is 100% Whole Grain Elbows safe for people with kidney disease?

100% Whole Grain Elbows is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 446.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 518.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in 100% Whole Grain Elbows?

A 100.0g serving of 100% Whole Grain Elbows contains 446mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 45% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in 100% Whole Grain Elbows?

Per 100.0g serving, 100% Whole Grain Elbows provides 0mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in 100% Whole Grain Elbows?

100% Whole Grain Elbows contains 518mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 26% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

339 kcal

Protein

12.5 g

Carbs

71.4 g

Fat

2.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

446 mg

45% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

0 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

518 mg

26% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

100% Whole Grain Elbows is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

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

Source & Notes

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 1866118) · Bay Valley Foods, LLC

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

Safe

Wheat All-purpose Unenriched Unbleached Flour

White With Dark Green Vegetables Rice

Rice White Unenriched Flour

Chex Toasted Coconut Almond General Mills

Phosphorus34 mg

Sodium129 mg

Potassium224 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 100% Whole Grain Elbows safe for people with kidney disease?

100% Whole Grain Elbows is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 446.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 518.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in 100% Whole Grain Elbows?

A 100.0g serving of 100% Whole Grain Elbows contains 446mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 45% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in 100% Whole Grain Elbows?

Per 100.0g serving, 100% Whole Grain Elbows provides 0mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in 100% Whole Grain Elbows?

100% Whole Grain Elbows contains 518mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 26% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat 100% Whole Grain Elbows?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given 100% Whole Grain Elbows is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.