Barley

Q: Is Barley safe for people with kidney disease?

Barley is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 53.0mg phosphorus, 199.0mg sodium, and 90.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Barley?

A 100.0g serving of Barley contains 53mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Barley?

Per 100.0g serving, Barley provides 199mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Barley?

Barley contains 90mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% 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

139 kcal

Protein

2.2 g

Carbs

27.2 g

Fat

2.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

53 mg

5% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

199 mg

9% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

90 mg

5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Barley 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.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 56200410)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barley safe for people with kidney disease?

Barley is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 53.0mg phosphorus, 199.0mg sodium, and 90.0mg 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 Barley?

A 100.0g serving of Barley contains 53mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Barley?

Per 100.0g serving, Barley provides 199mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Barley?

Barley contains 90mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Barley?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Barley 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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