CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

30%

Sodium

Potassium

21%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Grains & Starches Avoid

Bulgur

Q: Is Bulgur safe for people with kidney disease?

Bulgur is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 300.0mg phosphorus, 17.0mg sodium, and 410.0mg 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 Bulgur?

A 100.0g serving of Bulgur contains 300mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 30% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Bulgur?

Per 100.0g serving, Bulgur provides 17mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Bulgur?

Bulgur contains 410mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 21% 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

342 kcal

Protein

12.0 g

Carbs

76.0 g

Fat

1.3 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

300 mg

30% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

17 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

410 mg

21% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Bulgur 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

Imported from mediterranean-foods. USDA. For tabbouleh.

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Phosphorus59 mg

Sodium197 mg

Potassium56 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bulgur safe for people with kidney disease?

Bulgur is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 300.0mg phosphorus, 17.0mg sodium, and 410.0mg 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 Bulgur?

A 100.0g serving of Bulgur contains 300mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 30% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Bulgur?

Per 100.0g serving, Bulgur provides 17mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Bulgur?

Bulgur contains 410mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 21% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Bulgur?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Bulgur 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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