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Soymilk (All flavors), lowfat, with added calcium, vitamins A and D

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Soymilk (All flavors) is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Phosphorus, reaches only 6% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus62 mg6%
Low
Sodium37 mg2%
Low
Potassium64 mg3%
Low

About this food

Soymilk (All flavors) is a common member of Legumes & Nuts. Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Soymilk (All flavors)'s phosphorus (6%) is worth noting - especially with Natural plant source (lower absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein1.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.8 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate9 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Soymilk (All flavors) safe for kidney disease?

Combining phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Soymilk (All flavors) falls in the Kidney-friendly tier, with Phosphorus (6%) contributing the most. Plan meals with your doctor's guidance.

Why is Soymilk (All flavors) rated Kidney-friendly?

The deciding factor is Phosphorus: 62 mg, 6% of the limit, in the <15% band - so Soymilk (All flavors) is rated Kidney-friendly.

How much Phosphorus is in Soymilk (All flavors)?

On a per-100 g basis, Soymilk (All flavors) contains Phosphorus 62 mg, or 6% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Soymilk (All flavors) safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Soymilk (All flavors) falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 64 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Soymilk (All flavors) compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Measured against other Legumes & Nuts foods, Soymilk (All flavors) is less in Phosphorus (62 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.