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Cereals, WHEATENA, cooked with water, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyCereals is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Sodium is highest (12%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus60 mg6%
Low
Sodium238 mg12%
Low
Potassium77 mg4%
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

Sodium leads at 12%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein2 gNot part of rating
Fiber2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.2 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

How to eat it more safely: 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 safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Cereals is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (12%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Cereals rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Cereals's three minerals, Sodium is highest (238 mg, 12%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Cereals?

In every 100 g of Cereals, Sodium is about 238 mg - roughly 12% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Cereals safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Cereals falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 77 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Cereals compare to other grains & starches foods?

Against the Grains & Starches average, Cereals shows less Sodium (238 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.