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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

28%

Sodium

18%

Potassium

24%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Lightly Sweetened Cereal

Q: Is Lightly Sweetened Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Lightly Sweetened Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 276.0mg phosphorus, 414.0mg sodium, and 483.0mg 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 Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 276mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 28% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Lightly Sweetened Cereal provides 414mg of sodium — about 18% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 483mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 24% 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

379 kcal

Protein

6.9 g

Carbs

82.8 g

Fat

3.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

276 mg

28% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

414 mg

18% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

483 mg

24% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Lightly Sweetened 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

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 1634005) · General Mills, Inc.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lightly Sweetened Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Lightly Sweetened Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 276.0mg phosphorus, 414.0mg sodium, and 483.0mg 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 Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 276mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 28% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Lightly Sweetened Cereal provides 414mg of sodium — about 18% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 483mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 24% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Lightly Sweetened 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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