Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

29%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz

Q: Is Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz safe for people with kidney disease?

Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 48.0mg phosphorus, 667.0mg sodium, and 53.0mg 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 potassium is in Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz?

Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz contains 53mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 3% 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

377 kcal

Protein

17.8 g

Carbs

73.4 g

Fat

1.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

48 mg

5% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

667 mg

29% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

53 mg

3% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz 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

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 757186) · Kellogg Company US

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Phosphorus108 mg

Sodium2 mg

Potassium107 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz safe for people with kidney disease?

Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 48.0mg phosphorus, 667.0mg sodium, and 53.0mg 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 Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz?

A 100.0g serving of Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz contains 48mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 5% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz?

Per 100.0g serving, Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz provides 667mg of sodium — about 29% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz?

Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz contains 53mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 3% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Kellogg's Special K Cereal 38oz 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.