Nonfat Dry Milk is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Nonfat Dry Milk — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
87%
Sodium
20%
Potassium
76%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Nonfat Dry Milk

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
348 kcal
Protein
34.8 g
Carbs
52.2 g
Fat
0.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
870 mg
87% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
457 mg
20% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
1520 mg
76% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Nonfat Dry 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

USDA Branded (fdc_id: 2622990) · Conagra Brands, Inc.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nonfat Dry Milk safe for people with kidney disease?
Nonfat Dry Milk is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 870.0mg phosphorus, 457.0mg sodium, and 1520.0mg 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 Nonfat Dry Milk?
A 100.0g serving of Nonfat Dry Milk contains 870mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 87% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Nonfat Dry Milk?
Per 100.0g serving, Nonfat Dry Milk provides 457mg of sodium — about 20% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Nonfat Dry Milk?
Nonfat Dry Milk contains 1520mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 76% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Nonfat Dry Milk?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Nonfat Dry 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: April 18, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines