Orzo (Kritharaki)

Q: Is Orzo (Kritharaki) safe for people with kidney disease?

Orzo (Kritharaki) is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 120.0mg phosphorus, 7.0mg sodium, and 150.0mg 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 Orzo (Kritharaki)?

A 100.0g serving of Orzo (Kritharaki) contains 120mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 12% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Orzo (Kritharaki)?

Per 100.0g serving, Orzo (Kritharaki) provides 7mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Orzo (Kritharaki)?

Orzo (Kritharaki) contains 150mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% 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

371 kcal

Protein

13.0 g

Carbs

75.0 g

Fat

1.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

120 mg

12% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

7 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

150 mg

8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Orzo (Kritharaki) 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

Imported from greek-foods. ⭐ Youvetsi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orzo (Kritharaki) safe for people with kidney disease?

Orzo (Kritharaki) is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 120.0mg phosphorus, 7.0mg sodium, and 150.0mg 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 Orzo (Kritharaki)?

A 100.0g serving of Orzo (Kritharaki) contains 120mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 12% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Orzo (Kritharaki)?

Per 100.0g serving, Orzo (Kritharaki) provides 7mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Orzo (Kritharaki)?

Orzo (Kritharaki) contains 150mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Orzo (Kritharaki)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Orzo (Kritharaki) 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.