Pound Cake

Q: Is Pound Cake safe for people with kidney disease?

Pound Cake is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 140.0mg phosphorus, 377.0mg sodium, and 149.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Pound Cake?

A 100.0g serving of Pound Cake contains 140mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 14% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Pound Cake?

Per 100.0g serving, Pound Cake provides 377mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Pound Cake?

Pound Cake contains 149mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% 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

353 kcal

Protein

5.0 g

Carbs

53.6 g

Fat

14.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

140 mg

14% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

377 mg

16% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

149 mg

7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Pound Cake is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 53116000)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pound Cake safe for people with kidney disease?

Pound Cake is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 140.0mg phosphorus, 377.0mg sodium, and 149.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Pound Cake?

A 100.0g serving of Pound Cake contains 140mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 14% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Pound Cake?

Per 100.0g serving, Pound Cake provides 377mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Pound Cake?

Pound Cake contains 149mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Pound Cake?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Pound Cake is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.