Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

17%

Potassium

10%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos)

Q: Is Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) safe for people with kidney disease?

Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 80.0mg phosphorus, 380.0mg sodium, and 200.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much potassium is in Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos)?

Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) contains 200mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 10% 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

170 kcal

Protein

5.0 g

Carbs

32.0 g

Fat

2.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

80 mg

8% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

380 mg

17% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

200 mg

10% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

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

Source & Notes

Imported from latin-foods. Black beans + rice.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

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Grape Leaves Stuffed With Rice

Flour — All Purpose T55

Sugar Wafer Sugar Free Cookie

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) safe for people with kidney disease?

Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 80.0mg phosphorus, 380.0mg sodium, and 200.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos)?

A 100.0g serving of Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) contains 80mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 8% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos)?

Per 100.0g serving, Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) provides 380mg of sodium — about 17% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos)?

Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) contains 200mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 10% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cuban Yellow Rice (Moros y Cristianos) is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.