Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal

Q: Is Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 133.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 148.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal contains 133mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 13% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal?

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

Q: How much potassium is in Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal?

Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal contains 148mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% 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

358 kcal

Protein

11.9 g

Carbs

73.8 g

Fat

1.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

133 mg

13% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

2 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

148 mg

7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Safe for CKD

Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal is a kidney-friendly choice. With low levels of restricted minerals (phosphorus, sodium, potassium), you can include this in your CKD diet without strict portion limits. Still, balance with other foods throughout the day.

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

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 57417000)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 133.0mg phosphorus, 2.0mg sodium, and 148.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal contains 133mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 13% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal?

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

How much potassium is in Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal?

Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal contains 148mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal is rated Safe (Good choice for kidney disease patients), it is generally a good choice for dialysis patients in normal portions. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.