Cheerios Cereal Pouch — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

39%

Sodium

21%

Potassium

32%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Cheerios Cereal Pouch

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

Cheerios Cereal Pouch is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 385.0mg phosphorus, 487.0mg sodium, and 641.0mg 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 Pouch?

A 100.0g serving of Cheerios Cereal Pouch contains 385mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 39% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cheerios Cereal Pouch?

Per 100.0g serving, Cheerios Cereal Pouch provides 487mg of sodium — about 21% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cheerios Cereal Pouch?

Cheerios Cereal Pouch contains 641mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 32% 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

359 kcal

Protein

12.8 g

Carbs

74.4 g

Fat

6.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

385 mg

39% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

487 mg

21% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

641 mg

32% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Cheerios Cereal Pouch 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: 2739365) · GENERAL MILLS SALES INC.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Brown With Tomatoes And/or Tomato Based Sauce Rice

White With Carrots And Tomatoes And/or Tomato-based Sauce Rice

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheerios Cereal Pouch safe for people with kidney disease?

Cheerios Cereal Pouch is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 385.0mg phosphorus, 487.0mg sodium, and 641.0mg 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 Pouch?

A 100.0g serving of Cheerios Cereal Pouch contains 385mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 39% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cheerios Cereal Pouch?

Per 100.0g serving, Cheerios Cereal Pouch provides 487mg of sodium — about 21% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cheerios Cereal Pouch?

Cheerios Cereal Pouch contains 641mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 32% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cheerios Cereal Pouch?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cheerios Cereal Pouch 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.