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Yogurt, vanilla or lemon flavor, nonfat milk, sweetened with low-calorie sweetener, fortified with vitamin D

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Yogurt is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Phosphorus, reaches only 11% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus109 mg11%
Low
Sodium59 mg3%
Low
Potassium177 mg9%
Low

About this food

Yogurt is a common member of Dairy & Eggs. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus at 11% is the highest item. Additive phosphorus in processed foods absorbs best; naturally occurring phosphorus is more controllable.

Other nutrients

Protein3.9 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.5 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

If you are managing mineral intake: 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 (11%) 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 109 mg, 11% of the daily limit, judged as Kidney-friendly per the <15% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Yogurt?

Yogurt's Phosphorus content is 109 mg per 100 g - 11% of the daily limit of 1,000 mg.

Is Yogurt safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Yogurt falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 177 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Yogurt compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

How does Yogurt compare within Dairy & Eggs? Its Phosphorus (109 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.