Expert Dietitian Reveals: The Best Cereal for Kidney Disease

Episode 234: Kidney Disease Diet - Best cereal for a renal diet. Kidney patients often have to watch what they eat in order to manage their condition. This can be difficult, as many of the foods that we love are not good for our kidneys. Cereal is a breakfast favorite for many people, but it can be tricky to find good options for those with kidney problems. In this video, Renal Dietitian Jen Hernandez of Plant-Powered Kidneys will discuss how to find the best cereal for kidney disease. We will cover both cold cereal and hot cereal, and list different categories of cereal so that you can easily find the perfect option for you! Jen will discuss: How to Choose a Kidney-Friendly Cereal Serving Size Carbohydrates Potassium Phosphorus Sodium Labels (and ingredients) can change Hot Cereal for Kidney Patients Hot Cereal for Kidney Patients to Avoid Cold Cereal for Kidney Patients Very Low Potassium Cereal Low Potassium Cereal High Potassium Cereal Cereal for Dialysis Patients Gluten-Free Cereal Making a Kidney-Friendly Breakfast Cereal Finding your best cereal for kidney disease Learn more at renal dietitian Jen Hernandez's "The Best Cereal For Kidney Disease: A Comprehensive Guide" blog https://www.plantpoweredkidneys.com/b... Main Discussion Choosing Kidney-Friendly Cereals: Serving Size: Understanding the actual serving size is crucial as cereal portions are often smaller than we assume. Carbohydrates and Fiber: Look for cereals with at least 3 grams of fiber per serving. Higher fiber is beneficial for gut health. Added Sugars: Aim for cereals with less than 12 grams of added sugar per serving to avoid excessive sugar intake. Nutrient Considerations: Potassium: Choose cereals with less than 200 mg of potassium per serving if you need to limit potassium intake. Phosphorus: Be cautious of cereals with phosphate additives, which are highly absorbable and can increase phosphorus levels. Check for ingredients containing "phos." Sodium in Cereals: Sodium can be sneaky in cereals, so always check the label, especially if you're consuming multiple servings. Hot Cereals: Healthy Options: Oatmeal, quinoa, barley, and other whole grains can be great choices. Bob's Red Mill and Quaker are recommended brands. Avoid: Cream of wheat, due to added phosphorus from fortification. Mixing Cereals and Adding Variety: Mixing different cereals can help balance nutrients and keep meals interesting. Consider adding fruits like berries or bananas and toppings like flaxseed or chia seeds to boost fiber and nutrient intake. Jen Hernandez's Mission 👉 To simplify the nutritional needs for individuals with kidney disease, and to decrease the prevalence of kidney disease by providing nutrition education including realistic and wholesome lifestyle changes 🥗. Jen helps those with kidney disease find their best kidney-friendly diet 🥑 ! Jen's kidney warriors spend less time stressing over the "right" foods to eat 😓 and more time saving their kidney function and loving life 🙌 ! 💚 Snag Jen's FREE 6-day Kidney Friendly Meal Plan, blog articles and more at: www.PlantPoweredKidneys.com 👍 Join the Plant-Powered Kidneys Facebook Community: www.facebook.com/groups/plantpoweredkidneys 🥬 Learn more about the Plant Powered Kidneys Signature 6-week Online Course and sign up for the waitlist here: www.plantpoweredkidneys.com/course/ 📺 See more of Jen's informative videos: https://www.dadvicetv.com/jen-hernandez ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ ▶ Learn more about James Fabin Kidney Health Coach and Kidney Disease at: https://www.dadvicetv.com/ 🔔 Subscribe for LIVE EVENT ALERTS -    / @dadvicetv   ⚖️ FTC: We use income-earning auto-affiliate links: https://www.dadvicetv.com/disclaimer/ ➖➖➖➖❇️✳️ DADVICE TV KIDNEY HEALTH COACH IS POWERED BY ✳️❇️➖➖➖➖ 📷 Equipment List: https://www.dadvicetv.com/setup 🍎 Chronometer Nutrition Tracking App: https://go.dadvicetv.com/app 👕 Dadvice TV Amazon Store - https://amzn.to/3bCzxDu 🎥 Dadvice TV CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/dadvicetv ❤️ Support Dadvice TV: https://www.dadvicetv.com/support IMPORTANT: This video is intended to be informational only. It is not a medical consultation, nor is it personalized medical advice. This video is not meant to replace a physician's advice, supervision, and counsel. For medical advice, please consult your physician. #DadviceTV #renaldiet #kidneydiet #kidneydisease #kidneyhealth #kidneyfailure #kidneys #chronickidneydisease #kidneywarrior #kidney #PPK