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Cereals ready-to-eat, wheat germ, toasted, plain

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Higher riskCereals ready-to-eat is rated Higher risk. Phosphorus is 115% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus1146 mg115%
High
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium947 mg47%
High

About this food

Cereals ready-to-eat 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 ready-to-eat's phosphorus (115%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein29.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber15.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.8 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

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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Cereals ready-to-eat is Higher risk. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 115% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

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

Cereals ready-to-eat is rated Higher risk because Phosphorus is 115% of its limit (1146 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

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

On a per-100 g basis, Cereals ready-to-eat contains Phosphorus 1146 mg, or 115% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

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

For a potassium-watching diet, Cereals ready-to-eat exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 947 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 Phosphorus (1146 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.