Nutritional Yeast Flakes — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

100%

Sodium

Potassium

100%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Snacks Avoid

Nutritional Yeast Flakes

Q: Is Nutritional Yeast Flakes safe for people with kidney disease?

Nutritional Yeast Flakes is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 1000.0mg phosphorus, 200.0mg sodium, and 2000.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Nutritional Yeast Flakes?

A 100.0g serving of Nutritional Yeast Flakes contains 1000mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 100% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Nutritional Yeast Flakes?

Per 100.0g serving, Nutritional Yeast Flakes provides 200mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Nutritional Yeast Flakes?

Nutritional Yeast Flakes contains 2000mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 100% 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

400 kcal

Protein

40.0 g

Carbs

20.0 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

1000 mg

100% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

200 mg

9% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

2000 mg

100% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Nutritional Yeast Flakes 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.

Source & Notes

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 2676401) · Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nutritional Yeast Flakes safe for people with kidney disease?

Nutritional Yeast Flakes is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 1000.0mg phosphorus, 200.0mg sodium, and 2000.0mg 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 Nutritional Yeast Flakes?

A 100.0g serving of Nutritional Yeast Flakes contains 1000mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 100% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Nutritional Yeast Flakes?

Per 100.0g serving, Nutritional Yeast Flakes provides 200mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Nutritional Yeast Flakes?

Nutritional Yeast Flakes contains 2000mg 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 Nutritional Yeast Flakes?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Nutritional Yeast Flakes 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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