Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Sour cream is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 11% of its limit, still well below 15%.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus85 mg8%
Low
Sodium70 mg4%
Low
Potassium211 mg11%
Low
About this food
Sour cream 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
Potassium at 11% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.
Other nutrients
Protein7 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.3 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine2 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Sour cream is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 11% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.
Why is Sour cream rated Kidney-friendly?
Sour cream's Potassium content (211 mg) equals 11% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.
How much Potassium is in Sour cream?
Per 100 g, Sour cream provides Potassium 211 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (11%).
Is Sour cream safe on a low-potassium diet?
On a low-potassium plan, Sour cream falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 211 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.
How does Sour cream compare to other dairy & eggs foods?
Within Dairy & Eggs, Sour cream ranks less on Potassium (211 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.