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Cereals, corn grits, yellow, regular, quick, enriched, cooked with water, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cereals is rated Kidney-friendly - Sodium is the highest at 11% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus14 mg1%
Low
Sodium223 mg11%
Low
Potassium22 mg1%
Low

About this food

Cereals belongs to the Grains & Starches category. 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

Protein1.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.7 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Cereals is Kidney-friendly - Sodium (11%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Cereals rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Cereals's Sodium is 223 mg, 11% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

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 22 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.