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Ice cream, light, soft serve, chocolate

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Ice cream is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Phosphorus, reaches only 11% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus113 mg11%
Low
Sodium64 mg3%
Low
Potassium207 mg10%
Low

About this food

Ice cream is a common member of Dairy & Eggs. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus at 11% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.

Other nutrients

Protein3.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)19.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine1 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate9 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

If you are managing mineral intake: 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 Ice cream safe for kidney disease?

Ice cream scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (11% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Ice cream rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Phosphorus (113 mg, 11%) is the most prominent of Ice cream's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Ice cream?

Ice cream's Phosphorus content is 113 mg per 100 g - 11% of the daily limit of 1,000 mg.

Is Ice cream safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Ice cream falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 207 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Ice cream compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

How does Ice cream compare within Dairy & Eggs? Its Phosphorus (113 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.