Ricotta — Whole Milk — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

16%

Sodium

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Ricotta — Whole Milk

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

Ricotta — Whole Milk is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 158.0mg phosphorus, 84.0mg sodium, and 105.0mg 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 Ricotta — Whole Milk?

A 100.0g serving of Ricotta — Whole Milk contains 158mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 16% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Ricotta — Whole Milk?

Per 100.0g serving, Ricotta — Whole Milk provides 84mg of sodium — about 4% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Ricotta — Whole Milk?

Ricotta — Whole Milk contains 105mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% 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

174 kcal

Protein

11.0 g

Carbs

3.0 g

Fat

13.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

158 mg

16% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

84 mg

4% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

105 mg

5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Ricotta — 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 mediterranean-foods. USDA.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Meat & Protein? Try these instead:

Safe

Broccoli And/or Dark-green Leafy; No Potatoes Shrimp And Vegetables Including Carrots

Strawberry Parfait Perfectly Protein Breakfast Smoothie

Bottled Flavors Other Than Chocolate Milk Shake

Phosphorus98 mg

Sodium81 mg

Potassium166 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ricotta — Whole Milk safe for people with kidney disease?

Ricotta — Whole Milk is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 158.0mg phosphorus, 84.0mg sodium, and 105.0mg 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 Ricotta — Whole Milk?

A 100.0g serving of Ricotta — Whole Milk contains 158mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 16% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Ricotta — Whole Milk?

Per 100.0g serving, Ricotta — Whole Milk provides 84mg of sodium — about 4% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Ricotta — Whole Milk?

Ricotta — Whole Milk contains 105mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Ricotta — Whole Milk?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Ricotta — 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.