Instant Water Grits

Q: Is Instant Water Grits safe for people with kidney disease?

Instant Water Grits is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 14.0mg phosphorus, 215.0mg sodium, and 26.0mg 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 Instant Water Grits?

A 100.0g serving of Instant Water Grits contains 14mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 1% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Instant Water Grits?

Per 100.0g serving, Instant Water Grits provides 215mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Instant Water Grits?

Instant Water Grits contains 26mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 1% 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

65 kcal

Protein

1.4 g

Carbs

14.8 g

Fat

0.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

14 mg

1% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

215 mg

9% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

26 mg

1% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Instant Water Grits 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 FNDDS (foodCode: 56201210)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Instant Water Grits safe for people with kidney disease?

Instant Water Grits is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 14.0mg phosphorus, 215.0mg sodium, and 26.0mg 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 Instant Water Grits?

A 100.0g serving of Instant Water Grits contains 14mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 1% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Instant Water Grits?

Per 100.0g serving, Instant Water Grits provides 215mg of sodium — about 9% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Instant Water Grits?

Instant Water Grits contains 26mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 1% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Instant Water Grits?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Instant Water Grits 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.