Greek Yogurt — Plain is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Greek Yogurt — Plain — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
14%
Sodium
2%
Potassium
7%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Greek Yogurt — Plain

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
59 kcal
Protein
10.0 g
Carbs
3.6 g
Fat
0.4 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
135 mg
14% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
36 mg
2% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
141 mg
7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Greek Yogurt — Plain 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. P-heavy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greek Yogurt — Plain safe for people with kidney disease?
Greek Yogurt — Plain is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 135.0mg phosphorus, 36.0mg sodium, and 141.0mg 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 Greek Yogurt — Plain?
A 100.0g serving of Greek Yogurt — Plain contains 135mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 14% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Greek Yogurt — Plain?
Per 100.0g serving, Greek Yogurt — Plain provides 36mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Greek Yogurt — Plain?
Greek Yogurt — Plain contains 141mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Greek Yogurt — Plain?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Greek Yogurt — Plain 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: June 2, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines