Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

53%

Sodium

Potassium

19%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats

Q: Is Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats safe for people with kidney disease?

Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 525.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 375.0mg 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 potassium is in Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats?

Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats contains 375mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 19% 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

375 kcal

Protein

12.5 g

Carbs

67.5 g

Fat

6.3 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

525 mg

53% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

0 mg

0% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

375 mg

19% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats 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 Branded (fdc_id: 2249764) · Nash Finch Company

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Shredded Wheat Plain Cereal

Brown With Carrots Rice

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats safe for people with kidney disease?

Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 525.0mg phosphorus, 0.0mg sodium, and 375.0mg 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 Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats?

A 100.0g serving of Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats contains 525mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 53% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats?

Per 100.0g serving, Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats provides 0mg of sodium — about 0% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats?

Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats contains 375mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 19% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Whole Grain 100% Whole Grain Old Fashioned Oats 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.