Lightly Sweetened Cereal — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

27%

Sodium

Potassium

16%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Moderate

Lightly Sweetened Cereal

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

Lightly Sweetened Cereal is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 273.0mg phosphorus, 18.0mg sodium, and 327.0mg 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 Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 273mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 27% 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 18mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 327mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 16% 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

345 kcal

Protein

9.1 g

Carbs

81.8 g

Fat

1.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

273 mg

27% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

18 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

327 mg

16% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Moderate for CKD

Lightly Sweetened Cereal 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lightly Sweetened Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Lightly Sweetened Cereal is rated Moderate for CKD patients. Eat in moderate portions if you have CKD. With 273.0mg phosphorus, 18.0mg sodium, and 327.0mg 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 Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 273mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 27% 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 18mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Lightly Sweetened Cereal?

Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 327mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 16% 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 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.

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