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Infant formula, MEAD JOHNSON, PREGESTIMIL, with iron, with ARA and DHA, prepared from powder

Per 100 g edible portion
Prepared Foods
Kidney-friendlyInfant formula scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Potassium leads at 4% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus34 mg3%
Low
Sodium31 mg2%
Low
Potassium73 mg4%
Low

About this food

How to think about Prepared Foods: Infant formula is worth a closer look - The mineral columns on this page come from the USDA database and are rated against the daily limits used across this site.

Nutrient insight

The most striking number here is potassium (4%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Infant formula.

Other nutrients

Protein1.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.5 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

A handy approach - 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 (73 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?

Data: 100 g of Infant formula has Potassium 73 mg (4% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Infant formula safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Infant formula falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 73 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Infant formula compare to other prepared foods foods?

Next to other Prepared Foods options, Infant formula carries less Potassium at 73 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.