Frosted Shredded Wheat

Q: Is Frosted Shredded Wheat safe for people with kidney disease?

Frosted Shredded Wheat is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 250.0mg phosphorus, 8.0mg sodium, and 367.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Frosted Shredded Wheat?

A 100.0g serving of Frosted Shredded Wheat contains 250mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 25% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Frosted Shredded Wheat?

Per 100.0g serving, Frosted Shredded Wheat provides 8mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Frosted Shredded Wheat?

Frosted Shredded Wheat contains 367mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 18% 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

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Calories

350 kcal

Protein

8.3 g

Carbs

83.3 g

Fat

1.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

250 mg

25% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

8 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

367 mg

18% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Frosted Shredded Wheat is acceptable in moderate portions. Keep an eye on your daily totals — pair it with low-mineral foods to stay within the recommended 1,000mg phosphorus, 2,300mg sodium, and 2,000mg potassium daily limits.

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

Source & Notes

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 2477523) · Nash Finch Company

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frosted Shredded Wheat safe for people with kidney disease?

Frosted Shredded Wheat is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 250.0mg phosphorus, 8.0mg sodium, and 367.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, moderate portions are usually fine, but watch your daily totals. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Frosted Shredded Wheat?

A 100.0g serving of Frosted Shredded Wheat contains 250mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 25% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Frosted Shredded Wheat?

Per 100.0g serving, Frosted Shredded Wheat provides 8mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Frosted Shredded Wheat?

Frosted Shredded Wheat contains 367mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 18% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Frosted Shredded Wheat?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Frosted Shredded Wheat is rated Moderate (Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD), dialysis patients should eat smaller portions and monitor their weekly intake. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.