CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

22%

Sodium

24%

Potassium

13%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Grains & Starches Limit

Cocoa Puffs

Q: Is Cocoa Puffs safe for people with kidney disease?

Cocoa Puffs is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 222.0mg phosphorus, 556.0mg sodium, and 259.0mg 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 Cocoa Puffs?

A 100.0g serving of Cocoa Puffs contains 222mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 22% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cocoa Puffs?

Per 100.0g serving, Cocoa Puffs provides 556mg of sodium — about 24% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cocoa Puffs?

Cocoa Puffs contains 259mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 13% 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

370 kcal

Protein

3.7 g

Carbs

85.2 g

Fat

5.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

222 mg

22% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

556 mg

24% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

259 mg

13% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: จำกัด for CKD

Cocoa 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: 1625846) · General Mills, Inc.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cocoa Puffs safe for people with kidney disease?

Cocoa Puffs is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 222.0mg phosphorus, 556.0mg sodium, and 259.0mg 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 Cocoa Puffs?

A 100.0g serving of Cocoa Puffs contains 222mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 22% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cocoa Puffs?

Per 100.0g serving, Cocoa Puffs provides 556mg of sodium — about 24% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cocoa Puffs?

Cocoa Puffs contains 259mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 13% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cocoa Puffs?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cocoa 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.

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