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Infant formula, ABBOTT NUTRITION, SIMILAC, ADVANCE, with iron, ready-to-feed

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Infant formula is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 3% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus28 mg3%
Low
Sodium16 mg<1%
Low
Potassium69 mg3%
Low

About this food

Infant formula belongs to the Prepared Foods category. The mineral columns on this page come from the USDA database and are rated against the daily limits used across this site.

Nutrient insight

Infant formula's potassium is the top contributor (3% of its limit), so its potassium density deserves attention. In CKD stage 3-4 the kidneys clear potassium less well - control portions, and peeling, slicing or boiling can help.

Other nutrients

Protein1.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)6.8 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Practical tip: Keeping the portion moderate and the preparation plain helps the minerals stay within the daily limits.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Infant formula safe for kidney disease?

Infant formula scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (3% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Infant formula rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (69 mg, 3%) is the most prominent of Infant formula's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Infant formula?

Per 100 g, Infant formula contains Potassium 69 mg, which is 3% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Infant formula safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Infant formula falls below the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 69 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

How does Infant formula compare to other prepared foods foods?

Compared with the typical Prepared Foods food, Infant formula has less Potassium - 69 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.