Natural 100% Whey Protein — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

65%

Sodium

13%

Potassium

16%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Natural 100% Whey Protein

Q: Is Natural 100% Whey Protein safe for people with kidney disease?

Natural 100% Whey Protein is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 645.0mg phosphorus, 290.0mg sodium, and 323.0mg 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 Natural 100% Whey Protein?

A 100.0g serving of Natural 100% Whey Protein contains 645mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 65% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Natural 100% Whey Protein?

Per 100.0g serving, Natural 100% Whey Protein provides 290mg of sodium — about 13% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Natural 100% Whey Protein?

Natural 100% Whey Protein contains 323mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 16% 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

355 kcal

Protein

64.5 g

Carbs

19.4 g

Fat

4.8 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

645 mg

65% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

290 mg

13% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

323 mg

16% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Natural 100% Whey Protein 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

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 2477239) · Designer Protein LLC

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

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Phosphorus76 mg

Sodium85 mg

Potassium127 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Natural 100% Whey Protein safe for people with kidney disease?

Natural 100% Whey Protein is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 645.0mg phosphorus, 290.0mg sodium, and 323.0mg 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 Natural 100% Whey Protein?

A 100.0g serving of Natural 100% Whey Protein contains 645mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 65% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Natural 100% Whey Protein?

Per 100.0g serving, Natural 100% Whey Protein provides 290mg of sodium — about 13% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Natural 100% Whey Protein?

Natural 100% Whey Protein contains 323mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 16% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Natural 100% Whey Protein?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Natural 100% Whey Protein 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.