Kidney-friendlyUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Yogurt falls in the Kidney-friendly tier - Phosphorus (11%) is the most notable of the three, with low risk across the board.
Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)
Phosphorus109 mg11%
Low
Sodium53 mg3%
Low
Potassium177 mg9%
Low
About this food
About Yogurt: 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. As a Dairy & Eggs item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.
Nutrient insight
Yogurt's phosphorus is 11% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.
Other nutrients
Protein4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Yogurt is Kidney-friendly. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 11% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.
Why is Yogurt rated Kidney-friendly?
Yogurt is rated Kidney-friendly because Phosphorus is 11% of its limit (109 mg) - the only mineral reaching the <15% range.
How much Phosphorus is in Yogurt?
Data: 100 g of Yogurt has Phosphorus 109 mg (11% of the 1,000 mg limit).
Is Yogurt safe on a low-potassium diet?
Low-potassium question: Yogurt falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 177 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.
How does Yogurt compare to other dairy & eggs foods?
Next to other Dairy & Eggs options, Yogurt carries less Phosphorus at 109 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.