Mashed Potatoes (with milk) is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Mashed Potatoes (with milk) — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
6%
Sodium
14%
Potassium
17%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥦 Vegetables Avoid

Mashed Potatoes (with milk)

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
113 kcal
Protein
2.0 g
Carbs
17.0 g
Fat
4.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
56 mg
6% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
330 mg
14% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
330 mg
17% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Mashed Potatoes (with milk) contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from american-foods. Holiday classic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mashed Potatoes (with milk) safe for people with kidney disease?
Mashed Potatoes (with milk) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 56.0mg phosphorus, 330.0mg sodium, and 330.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Mashed Potatoes (with milk)?
A 100.0g serving of Mashed Potatoes (with milk) contains 56mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 6% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Mashed Potatoes (with milk)?
Per 100.0g serving, Mashed Potatoes (with milk) provides 330mg of sodium — about 14% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Mashed Potatoes (with milk)?
Mashed Potatoes (with milk) contains 330mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 17% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Mashed Potatoes (with milk)?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Mashed Potatoes (with milk) is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.

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Last updated: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines