Sweetened Corn Puffs — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

13%

Sodium

22%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Sweetened Corn Puffs

Q: Is Sweetened Corn Puffs safe for people with kidney disease?

Sweetened Corn Puffs is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 125.0mg phosphorus, 500.0mg sodium, and 156.0mg 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 phosphorus is in Sweetened Corn Puffs?

A 100.0g serving of Sweetened Corn Puffs contains 125mg 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 Sweetened Corn Puffs?

Per 100.0g serving, Sweetened Corn Puffs provides 500mg of sodium — about 22% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Sweetened Corn Puffs?

Sweetened Corn Puffs contains 156mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% 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

406 kcal

Protein

3.1 g

Carbs

84.4 g

Fat

4.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

125 mg

13% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

500 mg

22% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

156 mg

8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Sweetened Corn Puffs 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: 1636053) · General Mills, Inc.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Original Original Quick Cooking Hot Wheat Cereal

With Rice Meatless Stuffed Pepper

Instant Fruit Flavored Oatmeal

Phosphorus77 mg

Sodium131 mg

Potassium96 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sweetened Corn Puffs safe for people with kidney disease?

Sweetened Corn Puffs is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 125.0mg phosphorus, 500.0mg sodium, and 156.0mg 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 Sweetened Corn Puffs?

A 100.0g serving of Sweetened Corn Puffs contains 125mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 13% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Sweetened Corn Puffs?

Per 100.0g serving, Sweetened Corn Puffs provides 500mg of sodium — about 22% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Sweetened Corn Puffs?

Sweetened Corn Puffs contains 156mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Sweetened Corn Puffs?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Sweetened Corn Puffs 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.