Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

33%

Sodium

Potassium

23%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal

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

Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 333.0mg phosphorus, 17.0mg sodium, and 450.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much potassium is in Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal?

Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal contains 450mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 23% 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

333 kcal

Protein

11.7 g

Carbs

80.0 g

Fat

2.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

333 mg

33% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

17 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

450 mg

23% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

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

Source & Notes

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 2473519) · Giant Eagle, Inc.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Meatless Chow Fun Noodles With Vegetables

Nonfat Cereal Or Granola Bar

Oatmeal With Fruit Ready-to-eat ,Toddler Cereal

Regular Or Quick Water Grits

Phosphorus17 mg

Sodium81 mg

Potassium21 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 333.0mg phosphorus, 17.0mg sodium, and 450.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal contains 333mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 33% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal provides 17mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal?

Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal contains 450mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 23% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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