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Yogurt, fruit, low fat,9 g protein/8 oz

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
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)
Sugar (total)18.6 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine7 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate0.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - 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 Yogurt safe for kidney disease?

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.