Butter (Salted) is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Butter (Salted) — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
2%
Sodium
28%
Potassium
1%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥛 Dairy Avoid

Butter (Salted)

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
717 kcal
Protein
1.0 g
Carbs
0.0 g
Fat
81.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
24 mg
2% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
643 mg
28% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
24 mg
1% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Butter (Salted) 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 american-foods. Use unsalted version.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Butter (Salted) safe for people with kidney disease?
Butter (Salted) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 24.0mg phosphorus, 643.0mg sodium, and 24.0mg 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 Butter (Salted)?
A 100.0g serving of Butter (Salted) contains 24mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 2% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Butter (Salted)?
Per 100.0g serving, Butter (Salted) provides 643mg of sodium — about 28% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Butter (Salted)?
Butter (Salted) contains 24mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 1% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Butter (Salted)?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Butter (Salted) 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: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines