Bran Flakes Cereal — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

42%

Sodium

23%

Potassium

29%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Bran Flakes Cereal

Q: Is Bran Flakes Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Bran Flakes Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 417.0mg phosphorus, 528.0mg sodium, and 583.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Bran Flakes Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Bran Flakes Cereal contains 417mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 42% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Bran Flakes Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Bran Flakes Cereal provides 528mg of sodium — about 23% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Bran Flakes Cereal?

Bran Flakes Cereal contains 583mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 29% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

306 kcal

Protein

11.1 g

Carbs

80.6 g

Fat

2.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

417 mg

42% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

528 mg

23% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

583 mg

29% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Bran Flakes Cereal is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 2477420) · Winco Foods, Inc.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Phosphorus61 mg

Sodium199 mg

Potassium175 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bran Flakes Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Bran Flakes Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 417.0mg phosphorus, 528.0mg sodium, and 583.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Bran Flakes Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Bran Flakes Cereal contains 417mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 42% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Bran Flakes Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Bran Flakes Cereal provides 528mg of sodium — about 23% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Bran Flakes Cereal?

Bran Flakes Cereal contains 583mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 29% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Bran Flakes Cereal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Bran Flakes Cereal is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.