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Cream, half and half, lowfat

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Cream falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Phosphorus (10%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus95 mg10%
Low
Sodium50 mg2%
Low
Potassium132 mg7%
Low

About this food

About Cream: Dairy products are high in phosphorus with high absorption and should be limited. With eggs, the white is a low-phosphorus protein while the yolk is much higher - treat them differently. As a Dairy & Eggs item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

Cream's phosphorus is 10% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein3.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine1.6 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - Watch dairy portions; with eggs, the yolk is phosphorus-dense while the white is not - treat them differently.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cream safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Cream is Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus (10%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Cream rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Cream's Phosphorus is 95 mg, 10% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Cream?

Data: 100 g of Cream has Phosphorus 95 mg (10% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Cream safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Cream falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 132 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Cream compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Next to other Dairy & Eggs options, Cream carries less Phosphorus at 95 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.