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Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Fruity DYNO-BITES

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Cereals ready-to-eat falls in the Higher risk tier - Sodium (32%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus67 mg7%
Low
Sodium630 mg32%
High
Potassium76 mg4%
Low

About this food

About Cereals ready-to-eat: 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. As a Grains & Starches item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

From the sodium angle (32%), Cereals ready-to-eat must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein3.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)42.6 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 ready-to-eat safe for kidney disease?

Cereals ready-to-eat scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Sodium (32% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

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

The reason: Sodium (630 mg, 32%) is the most prominent of Cereals ready-to-eat's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

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

Per 100 g, Cereals ready-to-eat provides Sodium 630 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (32%).

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

On a low-potassium plan, Cereals ready-to-eat falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 76 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

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

Within Grains & Starches, Cereals ready-to-eat ranks more on Sodium (630 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.