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Greek Yogurt and CKD: Potassium, Phosphorus & Sodium Reference

Kidney-friendly Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits

Short answer: Greek Yogurt is rated Kidney-friendly for CKD stage 3-4. On a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Greek Yogurt's Kidney-friendly rating is driven by Phosphorus (14%) - none of the three minerals exceeds 15%.

About Greek Yogurt

Greek Yogurt (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 is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Greek Yogurt's phosphorus (14%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium per 100 g

Phosphorus135 mg14%
Low
Sodium36 mg2%
Low
Potassium141 mg7%
Low

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Watch dairy portions; with eggs, the yolk is phosphorus-dense while the white is not - treat them differently.

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Lower-risk alternatives

Butter oilK 5 / P 3 mg
Dessert toppingK 18 / P 8 mg
Dessert toppingK 19 / P 18 mg

Related questions

Is greek yogurt good for kidney disease?

Greek Yogurt is rated Kidney-friendly for CKD stage 3-4 — the highest mineral is Phosphorus at 14% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Is greek yogurt bad for kidneys?

Greek Yogurt is rated Kidney-friendly for CKD stage 3-4 — the highest mineral is Phosphorus at 14% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Is greek yogurt safe for kidney disease?

Greek Yogurt is rated Kidney-friendly for CKD stage 3-4 — the highest mineral is Phosphorus at 14% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Can kidney patients eat greek yogurt?

Greek Yogurt is rated Kidney-friendly for CKD stage 3-4 — the highest mineral is Phosphorus at 14% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; individual cases should follow medical advice.