CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

18%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

English Muffin

Q: Is English Muffin safe for people with kidney disease?

English Muffin is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 92.0mg phosphorus, 425.0mg sodium, and 109.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in English Muffin?

A 100.0g serving of English Muffin contains 92mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in English Muffin?

Per 100.0g serving, English Muffin provides 425mg of sodium — about 18% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in English Muffin?

English Muffin contains 109mg 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

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Calories

227 kcal

Protein

8.9 g

Carbs

44.2 g

Fat

1.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

92 mg

9% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

425 mg

18% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

109 mg

5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

English Muffin is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 51186010)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

Brown With Carrots And Dark Green Vegetables Rice

Phosphorus90 mg

Sodium167 mg

Potassium122 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is English Muffin safe for people with kidney disease?

English Muffin is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 92.0mg phosphorus, 425.0mg sodium, and 109.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in English Muffin?

A 100.0g serving of English Muffin contains 92mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in English Muffin?

Per 100.0g serving, English Muffin provides 425mg of sodium — about 18% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in English Muffin?

English Muffin contains 109mg 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 English Muffin?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given English Muffin is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.