Search Foods
Home › Food Database › Infant formula

Infant formula, MEAD JOHNSON, ENFAMIL, Premature, with iron, 24 calories, ready-to-feed

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Infant formula is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Phosphorus, reaches only 7% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus70 mg7%
Low
Sodium55 mg3%
Low
Potassium76 mg4%
Low

About this food

Infant formula is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus at 7% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.

Other nutrients

Protein2.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.2 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

If you are managing mineral intake: Keeping the portion moderate and the preparation plain helps the minerals stay within the daily limits.

Related foods

babyfoodKidney-friendlyinfant formulaKidney-friendlypectinKidney-friendlyoilKidney-friendly

Related guides

Prepared FoodsKidney-friendly foodsHigh fiber foodsLow sodium foods

Frequently asked questions

Is Infant formula safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Infant formula is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (7%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Infant formula rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Infant formula's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (70 mg, 7%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Infant formula?

Infant formula's Phosphorus content is 70 mg per 100 g - 7% of the daily limit of 1,000 mg.

Is Infant formula safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Infant formula falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 76 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Infant formula compare to other prepared foods foods?

How does Infant formula compare within Prepared Foods? Its Phosphorus (70 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.