Buckwheat Flour is Moderate for kidney disease patients
Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Buckwheat Flour — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
28%
Sodium
0%
Potassium
19%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🍚 Grains & Starches Moderate

Buckwheat Flour

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
0 kcal
Protein
8.9 g
Carbs
75.0 g
Fat
2.5 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
281 mg
28% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
0 mg
0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
378 mg
19% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Buckwheat Flour 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buckwheat Flour safe for people with kidney disease?
Buckwheat Flour is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 281.9mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 378.1mg 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 Buckwheat Flour?
A 100.0g serving of Buckwheat Flour contains 281mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 28% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Buckwheat Flour?
Per 100.0g serving, Buckwheat Flour provides 0mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Buckwheat Flour?
Buckwheat Flour contains 378mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 19% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Buckwheat Flour?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Buckwheat Flour 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.

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