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Cereals ready-to-eat, RALSTON Crispy Hexagons

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitFrom a daily-limit view, Cereals ready-to-eat lands in the Limit band: Sodium is highest at 26% - limit your intake.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus63 mg6%
Low
Sodium517 mg26%
High
Potassium224 mg11%
Low

About this food

For Grains & Starches, Cereals ready-to-eat is a typical example. 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 (26%), Cereals ready-to-eat must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein5.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)13.8 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 is rated Limit: Sodium is 26% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Cereals ready-to-eat rated Limit?

Cereals ready-to-eat's Sodium content (517 mg) equals 26% of the limit, sitting in the 25-30% band - that is why it rates Limit.

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

Per 100 g, Cereals ready-to-eat provides Sodium 517 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (26%).

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 224 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 (517 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.