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Yogurt, Greek, vanilla, nonfat

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Kidney-friendlyFrom a daily-limit view, Yogurt lands in the Kidney-friendly band: Phosphorus is highest at 12%, still comfortably low.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus119 mg12%
Low
Sodium34 mg2%
Low
Potassium123 mg6%
Low

About this food

For Dairy & Eggs, Yogurt is a typical example. 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

Yogurt's phosphorus is 12% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein8.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)9.5 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?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Yogurt is Kidney-friendly - Phosphorus (12%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Yogurt rated Kidney-friendly?

Rating basis: Yogurt's Phosphorus is 119 mg, 12% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Yogurt?

Data: 100 g of Yogurt has Phosphorus 119 mg (12% 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 123 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 119 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.