CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

Whole Milk

Q: Is Whole Milk safe for people with kidney disease?

Whole Milk is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 93.0mg phosphorus, 44.0mg sodium, and 150.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Whole Milk?

A 100.0g serving of Whole Milk contains 93mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Whole Milk?

Per 100.0g serving, Whole Milk provides 44mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Whole Milk?

Whole Milk contains 150mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

64 kcal

Protein

3.3 g

Carbs

4.7 g

Fat

3.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

93 mg

9% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

44 mg

2% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

150 mg

8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Whole 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 italian-foods. USDA.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Dairy? Try these instead:

Butter — French Cultured

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Whole Milk safe for people with kidney disease?

Whole Milk is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 93.0mg phosphorus, 44.0mg sodium, and 150.0mg 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 Whole Milk?

A 100.0g serving of Whole Milk contains 93mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 9% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Whole Milk?

Per 100.0g serving, Whole Milk provides 44mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Whole Milk?

Whole Milk contains 150mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Whole Milk?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Whole 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.