Regular Instant Oatmeal — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

54%

Sodium

12%

Potassium

18%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Regular Instant Oatmeal

Q: Is Regular Instant Oatmeal safe for people with kidney disease?

Regular Instant Oatmeal is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 536.0mg phosphorus, 268.0mg sodium, and 357.0mg 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 phosphorus is in Regular Instant Oatmeal?

A 100.0g serving of Regular Instant Oatmeal contains 536mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 54% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Regular Instant Oatmeal?

Per 100.0g serving, Regular Instant Oatmeal provides 268mg of sodium — about 12% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Regular Instant Oatmeal?

Regular Instant Oatmeal contains 357mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 18% 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

357 kcal

Protein

10.7 g

Carbs

67.9 g

Fat

7.1 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

536 mg

54% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

268 mg

12% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

357 mg

18% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Regular Instant Oatmeal 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: 2034304) · Iga, Inc.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Chex Granola Mix General Mills

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Regular Instant Oatmeal safe for people with kidney disease?

Regular Instant Oatmeal is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 536.0mg phosphorus, 268.0mg sodium, and 357.0mg 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 Regular Instant Oatmeal?

A 100.0g serving of Regular Instant Oatmeal contains 536mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 54% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Regular Instant Oatmeal?

Per 100.0g serving, Regular Instant Oatmeal provides 268mg of sodium — about 12% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Regular Instant Oatmeal?

Regular Instant Oatmeal contains 357mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 18% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Regular Instant Oatmeal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Regular Instant Oatmeal 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.