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Cereals, corn grits, white, regular and quick, enriched, cooked with water, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Cereals's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Phosphorus (2%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus20 mg2%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium27 mg1%
Low

About this food

Cereals (Grains & Starches). Grains and starches are usually relatively low in potassium and phosphorus, making them a sensible base for a CKD diet. Watch whole-grain and some processed grain products, which can carry more phosphorus. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Cereals's phosphorus (2%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein1.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.1 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate63 mgModerate oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Use refined grains as the base and treat whole grains by portion, since they carry more phosphorus.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cereals safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Cereals falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Phosphorus (2%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Cereals rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 20 mg, 2% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Cereals is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Cereals?

On a per-100 g basis, Cereals contains Phosphorus 20 mg, or 2% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Cereals safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Cereals falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 27 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Cereals compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Cereals is less in Phosphorus (20 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.