Cheerios Breakfast Cereal — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

32%

Sodium

22%

Potassium

33%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Grains & Starches Avoid

Cheerios Breakfast Cereal

Q: Is Cheerios Breakfast Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Cheerios Breakfast Cereal is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 320.0mg phosphorus, 498.0mg sodium, and 653.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Cheerios Breakfast Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Cheerios Breakfast Cereal contains 320mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 32% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cheerios Breakfast Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Cheerios Breakfast Cereal provides 498mg of sodium — about 22% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cheerios Breakfast Cereal?

Cheerios Breakfast Cereal contains 653mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 33% 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

367 kcal

Protein

13.0 g

Carbs

73.7 g

Fat

6.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

320 mg

32% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

498 mg

22% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

653 mg

33% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Cheerios Breakfast Cereal contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

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

Source & Notes

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 2739175) · GENERAL MILLS SALES INC.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Oatmeal With Fruit Ready-to-eat ,Toddler Cereal

Wheat All-purpose Unenriched Unbleached Flour

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheerios Breakfast Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Cheerios Breakfast Cereal is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 320.0mg phosphorus, 498.0mg sodium, and 653.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Cheerios Breakfast Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Cheerios Breakfast Cereal contains 320mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 32% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cheerios Breakfast Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Cheerios Breakfast Cereal provides 498mg of sodium — about 22% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cheerios Breakfast Cereal?

Cheerios Breakfast Cereal contains 653mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 33% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cheerios Breakfast Cereal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cheerios Breakfast Cereal is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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