Kidney-friendlyCereals is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Phosphorus is highest (12%), all below 15% of limits.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus124 mg12%
Low
Sodium6 mg<1%
Low
Potassium143 mg7%
Low
About this food
Cereals sits in the Grains & Starches group. 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
Cereals's phosphorus (12%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.
Other nutrients
Protein6.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.7 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cereals is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 12% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.
Why is Cereals rated Kidney-friendly?
Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Cereals's Phosphorus is highest (124 mg, 12% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.
How much Phosphorus is in Cereals?
On a per-100 g basis, Cereals contains Phosphorus 124 mg, or 12% 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 143 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 (124 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.