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Infant formula, GERBER, GOOD START, PROTECT PLUS, ready-to-feed

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Infant formula's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Potassium (4%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus25 mg2%
Low
Sodium18 mg<1%
Low
Potassium71 mg4%
Low

About this food

Infant formula (Prepared Foods). The mineral columns on this page come from the USDA database and are rated against the daily limits used across this site. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (4%), how much Infant formula fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein1.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.2 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

Worth remembering: 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 is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 4% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Infant formula rated Kidney-friendly?

Infant formula's Potassium content (71 mg) equals 4% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Infant formula?

On a per-100 g basis, Infant formula contains Potassium 71 mg, or 4% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Infant formula safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Infant formula falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 71 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Infant formula compare to other prepared foods foods?

Measured against other Prepared Foods foods, Infant formula is less in Potassium (71 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.