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Milk, sheep, fluid

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
ModerateMilk receives a Moderate rating. Phosphorus leads the three minerals at 16% of its daily limit, so portion size matters.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus158 mg16%
Moderate
Sodium44 mg2%
Low
Potassium137 mg7%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Dairy & Eggs deserve attention: Milk - 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

Phosphorus leads at 16%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein6 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 Moderate on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (16% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Milk rated Moderate?

The reason: Phosphorus (158 mg, 16%) is the most prominent of Milk's three minerals, at the 15-25% level, which maps to Moderate.

How much Phosphorus is in Milk?

In every 100 g of Milk, Phosphorus is about 158 mg - roughly 16% 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 137 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 (158 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.