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Milk, goat, fluid, with added vitamin D

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Milk is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Phosphorus, reaches only 11% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus111 mg11%
Low
Sodium50 mg2%
Low
Potassium204 mg10%
Low

About this food

Milk is a common member of 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 helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus at 11% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.

Other nutrients

Protein3.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.5 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 Phosphorus (11% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Milk rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Phosphorus (111 mg, 11%) is the most prominent of Milk's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Milk?

Milk's Phosphorus content is 111 mg per 100 g - 11% 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 falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 204 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 (111 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.