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Milk, lowfat, fluid, 1% milkfat, with added vitamin A and vitamin D

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Kidney-friendlyMilk scores Kidney-friendly across all three minerals - Phosphorus leads at 10% of its limit, far from any caution threshold.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus95 mg10%
Low
Sodium44 mg2%
Low
Potassium150 mg8%
Low

About this food

How to think about Dairy & Eggs: Milk is worth a closer look - 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

On the phosphorus angle (10%), Milk belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.

Other nutrients

Protein3.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)5.2 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 common practice is: 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 (10%) 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 95 mg, 10% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Milk?

Per 100 g, Milk provides Phosphorus 95 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (10%).

Is Milk safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Milk falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 150 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Milk compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Within Dairy & Eggs, Milk ranks less on Phosphorus (95 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.