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Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, CORN BURSTS

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Cereals ready-to-eat is Higher risk: the highest item, Sodium, is at 43% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus37 mg4%
Low
Sodium855 mg43%
High
Potassium71 mg4%
Low

About this food

Cereals ready-to-eat is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Cereals ready-to-eat's sodium (43%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein3.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.9 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)46.9 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 ready-to-eat safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Cereals ready-to-eat is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (43%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Cereals ready-to-eat rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Cereals ready-to-eat's three minerals, Sodium is highest (855 mg, 43%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Cereals ready-to-eat?

On a per-100 g basis, Cereals ready-to-eat contains Sodium 855 mg, or 43% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Cereals ready-to-eat safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Cereals ready-to-eat falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 71 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Cereals ready-to-eat compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Cereals ready-to-eat is more in Sodium (855 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.