Cassava Flour is Safe for kidney disease patients
Good choice for kidney disease patients · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Cassava Flour — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
4%
Sodium
1%
Potassium
10%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Cassava Flour

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
0 kcal
Protein
0.9 g
Carbs
87.3 g
Fat
0.5 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
39 mg
4% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
13 mg
1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
197 mg
10% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Safe for CKD

Cassava 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 Cassava Flour safe for people with kidney disease?
Cassava Flour is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 39.2mg phosphorus, 13.1mg sodium, and 197.6mg 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 Cassava Flour?
A 100.0g serving of Cassava Flour 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 Cassava Flour?
Per 100.0g serving, Cassava Flour provides 13mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Cassava Flour?
Cassava Flour contains 197mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 10% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Cassava Flour?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cassava 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