Regular Sour Cream is Safe for kidney disease patients
Good choice for kidney disease patients · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Regular Sour Cream — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
10%
Sodium
2%
Potassium
8%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
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Regular Sour Cream

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
196 kcal
Protein
3.1 g
Carbs
5.6 g
Fat
18.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
102 mg
10% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
50 mg
2% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
154 mg
8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Safe for CKD

Regular Sour Cream is a kidney-friendly choice. With low levels of restricted minerals (phosphorus, sodium, potassium), you can include this in your CKD diet without strict portion limits. Still, balance with other foods throughout the day.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 12310100)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Regular Sour Cream safe for people with kidney disease?
Regular Sour Cream is rated Safe for CKD patients. Good choice for kidney disease patients. With 102.0mg phosphorus, 50.0mg sodium, and 154.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it can be enjoyed in normal portion sizes. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.
How much phosphorus is in Regular Sour Cream?
A 100.0g serving of Regular Sour Cream contains 102mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 10% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Regular Sour Cream?
Per 100.0g serving, Regular Sour Cream provides 50mg of sodium — about 2% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Regular Sour Cream?
Regular Sour Cream contains 154mg 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 Regular Sour Cream?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Regular Sour Cream is rated Safe (Good choice for kidney disease patients), it is generally a good choice for dialysis patients in normal portions. 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