Oatmeal and CKD: Potassium Data per 100 g
Short answer: Oatmeal contains 70 mg of Potassium per 100 g, which is 4% of the daily limit. This sits in the Low band; check the food page for the other minerals as well.
About Oatmeal
Oatmeal belongs to the Grains & Starches category. 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
On the phosphorus angle (8%), Oatmeal belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium per 100 g
Phosphorus77 mg8%Low
Sodium4 mg<1%Low
Potassium70 mg4%Low
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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