Grits

Q: Is Grits safe for people with kidney disease?

Grits is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 17.0mg phosphorus, 81.0mg sodium, and 21.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Grits?

A 100.0g serving of Grits contains 17mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Grits?

Per 100.0g serving, Grits provides 81mg of sodium — about 4% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Grits?

Grits contains 21mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 1% 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

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

71 kcal

Protein

1.2 g

Carbs

12.2 g

Fat

1.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

17 mg

2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

81 mg

4% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

21 mg

1% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Grits 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.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 56200990)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grits safe for people with kidney disease?

Grits is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 17.0mg phosphorus, 81.0mg sodium, and 21.0mg 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 Grits?

A 100.0g serving of Grits contains 17mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Grits?

Per 100.0g serving, Grits provides 81mg of sodium — about 4% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Grits?

Grits contains 21mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 1% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Grits?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Grits 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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