Barley Soup

Q: Is Barley Soup safe for people with kidney disease?

Barley Soup is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 39.0mg phosphorus, 247.0mg sodium, and 117.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Barley Soup?

A 100.0g serving of Barley Soup contains 39mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 4% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Barley Soup?

Per 100.0g serving, Barley Soup provides 247mg of sodium — about 11% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Barley Soup?

Barley Soup contains 117mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% 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

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Calories

58 kcal

Protein

3.3 g

Carbs

6.7 g

Fat

2.1 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

39 mg

4% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

247 mg

11% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

117 mg

6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Barley Soup is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 58401010)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barley Soup safe for people with kidney disease?

Barley Soup is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 39.0mg phosphorus, 247.0mg sodium, and 117.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Barley Soup?

A 100.0g serving of Barley Soup contains 39mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 4% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Barley Soup?

Per 100.0g serving, Barley Soup provides 247mg of sodium — about 11% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Barley Soup?

Barley Soup contains 117mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Barley Soup?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Barley Soup is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.