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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

23%

Sodium

20%

Potassium

19%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Flakes Cereal

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

Flakes Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 233.0mg phosphorus, 465.0mg sodium, and 372.0mg 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 Flakes Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Flakes Cereal contains 233mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 23% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Flakes Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Flakes Cereal provides 465mg of sodium — about 20% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Flakes Cereal?

Flakes Cereal contains 372mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 19% 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

349 kcal

Protein

9.3 g

Carbs

79.1 g

Fat

3.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

233 mg

23% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

465 mg

20% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

372 mg

19% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flakes Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Flakes Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 233.0mg phosphorus, 465.0mg sodium, and 372.0mg 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 Flakes Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Flakes Cereal contains 233mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 23% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Flakes Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Flakes Cereal provides 465mg of sodium — about 20% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Flakes Cereal?

Flakes Cereal contains 372mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 19% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Flakes Cereal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given 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.

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