CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

31%

Sodium

22%

Potassium

31%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Cheerios Cereal

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

Cheerios Cereal is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 308.0mg phosphorus, 500.0mg sodium, and 615.0mg 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 Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Cheerios Cereal contains 308mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 31% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cheerios Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Cheerios Cereal provides 500mg of sodium — about 22% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cheerios Cereal?

Cheerios Cereal contains 615mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 31% 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

385 kcal

Protein

11.5 g

Carbs

73.1 g

Fat

5.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

308 mg

31% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

500 mg

22% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

615 mg

31% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Cheerios 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: 759418) · GENERAL MILLS SALES INC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheerios Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Cheerios Cereal is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 308.0mg phosphorus, 500.0mg sodium, and 615.0mg 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 Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Cheerios Cereal contains 308mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 31% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cheerios Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Cheerios Cereal provides 500mg of sodium — about 22% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cheerios Cereal?

Cheerios Cereal contains 615mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 31% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cheerios Cereal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cheerios 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.