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Milk, buttermilk, dried

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Milk's Higher risk rating is driven by Phosphorus (93%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus933 mg93%
High
Sodium517 mg26%
High
Potassium1592 mg80%
High

About this food

Milk (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus at 93% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.

Other nutrients

Protein34.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)49 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine0.6 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate0.5 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 Milk safe for kidney disease?

Milk scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (93% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Milk rated Higher risk?

The reason: Phosphorus (933 mg, 93%) is the most prominent of Milk's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Milk?

Milk's Phosphorus content is 933 mg per 100 g - 93% of the daily limit of 1,000 mg.

Is Milk safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Milk exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 1592 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Milk compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

How does Milk compare within Dairy & Eggs? Its Phosphorus (933 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.