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Milk, buttermilk, fluid, whole

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Milk is rated Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus is the highest at 8% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus85 mg8%
Low
Sodium105 mg5%
Low
Potassium135 mg7%
Low

About this food

Milk belongs to the Dairy & Eggs category. 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.

Nutrient insight

Milk's phosphorus is 8% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein3.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.9 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

A handy approach - 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Milk is Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus (8%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Milk rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Milk's Phosphorus is 85 mg, 8% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Milk?

Data: 100 g of Milk has Phosphorus 85 mg (8% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Milk safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Milk falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 135 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Milk compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Next to other Dairy & Eggs options, Milk carries less Phosphorus at 85 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.