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Milk, buttermilk, fluid, cultured, reduced fat

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Milk's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Potassium (9%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus82 mg8%
Low
Sodium105 mg5%
Low
Potassium180 mg9%
Low

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

Milk's potassium reaches 9% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein4.1 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)5.3 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 Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (9% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Milk rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (180 mg, 9%) is the most prominent of Milk's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Milk?

Milk's Potassium content is 180 mg per 100 g - 9% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Milk safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Milk falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 180 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 Potassium (180 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.