Bran Flakes Plain Cereal — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

11%

Sodium

25%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Bran Flakes Plain Cereal

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

Bran Flakes Plain Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 108.0mg phosphorus, 585.0mg sodium, and 121.0mg 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 Plain Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Bran Flakes Plain Cereal contains 108mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Bran Flakes Plain Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Bran Flakes Plain Cereal provides 585mg of sodium — about 25% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Bran Flakes Plain Cereal?

Bran Flakes Plain Cereal contains 121mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% 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

361 kcal

Protein

9.7 g

Carbs

75.0 g

Fat

2.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

108 mg

11% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

585 mg

25% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

121 mg

6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Bran Flakes Plain 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 FNDDS (foodCode: 57207000)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

Safe

Reduced Sugar Oatmeal

Regular Or Quick Water Oatmeal

Phosphorus65 mg

Sodium70 mg

Potassium58 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bran Flakes Plain Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Bran Flakes Plain Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 108.0mg phosphorus, 585.0mg sodium, and 121.0mg 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 Plain Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Bran Flakes Plain Cereal contains 108mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Bran Flakes Plain Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Bran Flakes Plain Cereal provides 585mg of sodium — about 25% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Bran Flakes Plain Cereal?

Bran Flakes Plain Cereal contains 121mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Bran Flakes Plain Cereal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Bran Flakes Plain 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.