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Milk, nonfat, fluid, protein fortified, with added vitamin A and vitamin D (fat free and skim)

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Kidney-friendlyOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Milk's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Phosphorus (11%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus112 mg11%
Low
Sodium59 mg3%
Low
Potassium182 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

Phosphorus leads at 11%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

How to eat it more safely: 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 (112 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?

In every 100 g of Milk, Phosphorus is about 112 mg - roughly 11% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Milk safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Milk falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 182 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Milk compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Against the Dairy & Eggs average, Milk shows less Phosphorus (112 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.