Wheat Flakes Cereal — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

11%

Sodium

25%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Wheat Flakes Cereal

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

Wheat Flakes Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 112.0mg phosphorus, 574.0mg sodium, and 126.0mg 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 Wheat Flakes Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Wheat Flakes Cereal contains 112mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Wheat Flakes Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Wheat Flakes Cereal provides 574mg of sodium — about 25% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Wheat Flakes Cereal?

Wheat Flakes Cereal contains 126mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% 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

359 kcal

Protein

10.1 g

Carbs

76.3 g

Fat

1.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

112 mg

11% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

574 mg

25% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

126 mg

6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Wheat Flakes 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 FNDDS (foodCode: 57418000)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal

Brown With Carrots Rice

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wheat Flakes Cereal safe for people with kidney disease?

Wheat Flakes Cereal is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 112.0mg phosphorus, 574.0mg sodium, and 126.0mg 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 Wheat Flakes Cereal?

A 100.0g serving of Wheat Flakes Cereal contains 112mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 11% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Wheat Flakes Cereal?

Per 100.0g serving, Wheat Flakes Cereal provides 574mg of sodium — about 25% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Wheat Flakes Cereal?

Wheat Flakes Cereal contains 126mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Wheat Flakes Cereal?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Wheat Flakes 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.