Rice Cakes

Q: Is Rice Cakes safe for people with kidney disease?

Rice Cakes is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 68.0mg phosphorus, 1.0mg sodium, and 32.0mg potassium per 30.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Rice Cakes?

A 30.0g serving of Rice Cakes contains 68mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 7% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Rice Cakes?

Per 30.0g serving, Rice Cakes provides 1mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Rice Cakes?

Rice Cakes contains 32mg of potassium per 30.0g serving, equivalent to about 2% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 30gram serving

Serving Size 30.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 200gram

Calories

114 kcal

Protein

2.3 g

Carbs

24.0 g

Fat

0.9 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

68 mg

7% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

32 mg

2% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Rice Cakes 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

Very low potassium and sodium when unsalted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rice Cakes safe for people with kidney disease?

Rice Cakes is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 68.0mg phosphorus, 1.0mg sodium, and 32.0mg potassium per 30.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Rice Cakes?

A 30.0g serving of Rice Cakes contains 68mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 7% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Rice Cakes?

Per 30.0g serving, Rice Cakes provides 1mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Rice Cakes?

Rice Cakes contains 32mg of potassium per 30.0g serving, equivalent to about 2% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Rice Cakes?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Rice Cakes 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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