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Cereals, whole wheat hot natural cereal, cooked with water, with salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
Kidney-friendlyCereals scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Sodium leads at 12% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus69 mg7%
Low
Sodium233 mg12%
Low
Potassium71 mg4%
Low

About this food

How to think about Grains & Starches: Cereals is worth a closer look - 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's sodium is 12% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein2 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.1 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 handy approach - 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?

Cereals is rated Kidney-friendly: Sodium is 12% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Cereals rated Kidney-friendly?

Cereals's Sodium content (233 mg) equals 12% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Sodium is in Cereals?

Data: 100 g of Cereals has Sodium 233 mg (12% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Cereals safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Cereals falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 71 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Cereals compare to other grains & starches foods?

Next to other Grains & Starches options, Cereals carries less Sodium at 233 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.