Coconut Flour is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Coconut Flour — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
51%
Sodium
2%
Potassium
100%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Coconut Flour

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
0 kcal
Protein
16.1 g
Carbs
58.9 g
Fat
15.3 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
507 mg
51% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
46 mg
2% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
2088 mg
100% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Coconut Flour contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coconut Flour safe for people with kidney disease?
Coconut Flour is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 507.2mg phosphorus, 46.9mg sodium, and 2088.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Coconut Flour?
A 100.0g serving of Coconut Flour contains 507mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 51% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Coconut Flour?
Per 100.0g serving, Coconut Flour provides 46mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Coconut Flour?
Coconut Flour contains 2088mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 100% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Coconut Flour?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Coconut Flour is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. 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