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Cookies, oatmeal, commercially prepared, regular

Per 100 g edible portion
Grains & Starches
LimitCookies receives a Limit rating. Sodium at 26% of its limit is the highest of the three, so keep servings small.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus138 mg14%
Low
Sodium520 mg26%
High
Potassium142 mg7%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Grains & Starches deserve attention: Cookies - 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

Cookies's sodium (26%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein6.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)24.7 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
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 Cookies safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Cookies falls in the Limit tier, with Sodium (26%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Cookies rated Limit?

The deciding factor is Sodium: 520 mg, 26% of the limit, in the 25-30% band - so Cookies is rated Limit.

How much Sodium is in Cookies?

On a per-100 g basis, Cookies contains Sodium 520 mg, or 26% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Cookies safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Cookies falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 142 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Cookies compare to other grains & starches foods?

Measured against other Grains & Starches foods, Cookies is more in Sodium (520 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.