Rice Squares Cereal — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

35%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Rice Squares Cereal

Q: Is Rice Squares Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Rice Squares Cereal is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 91.0mg phosphorus, 813.0mg sodium, and 67.0mg 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 Rice Squares Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Rice Squares Cereal contains 91mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Rice Squares Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Rice Squares Cereal provides 813mg of sodium — about 35% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Rice Squares Cereal?

Rice Squares Cereal contains 67mg 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

357 kcal

Protein

7.0 g

Carbs

77.4 g

Fat

2.2 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

91 mg

9% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

813 mg

35% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

67 mg

3% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Rice Squares Cereal 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 FNDDS (foodCode: 57336000)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Multigrain With Fruit Ready-to-eat ,Toddler Cereal

Brown With Other Vegetables Rice

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rice Squares Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Rice Squares Cereal is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 91.0mg phosphorus, 813.0mg sodium, and 67.0mg 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 Rice Squares Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Rice Squares Cereal contains 91mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Rice Squares Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Rice Squares Cereal provides 813mg of sodium — about 35% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Rice Squares Cereal?

Rice Squares Cereal contains 67mg 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 Rice Squares Cereal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Rice Squares Cereal 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.