Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

87%

Sodium

Potassium

43%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ

Q: Is Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ safe for people with kidney disease?

Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 867.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 867.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much potassium is in Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ?

Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ contains 867mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 43% 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

400 kcal

Protein

26.7 g

Carbs

53.3 g

Fat

10.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

867 mg

87% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

0 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

867 mg

43% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

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

Source & Notes

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 1096799) · KRETSCHMER

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

Instant Plain Oatmeal

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ safe for people with kidney disease?

Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 867.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 867.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ?

A 100.0g serving of Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ contains 867mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 87% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ?

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

How much potassium is in Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ?

Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ contains 867mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 43% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Original Toasted Original Toasted Wheat Germ is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.