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Cereals, corn grits, white, regular and quick, enriched, cooked with water, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyCereals scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Sodium leads at 11% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus20 mg2%
Low
Sodium223 mg11%
Low
Potassium27 mg1%
Low

About this food

How to think about Grains & Starches: Cereals is worth a closer look - 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.

Nutrient insight

From the sodium angle (11%), Cereals must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

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

A common practice is: 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 Sodium (11%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Cereals rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 223 mg, 11% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Cereals is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Cereals?

Per 100 g, Cereals provides Sodium 223 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (11%).

Is Cereals safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Cereals falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 27 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Cereals compare to other grains & starches foods?

Within Grains & Starches, Cereals ranks less on Sodium (223 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.