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Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskCheese receives a Higher risk rating. Sodium (57%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus387 mg39%
High
Sodium1146 mg57%
High
Potassium256 mg13%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Dairy & Eggs deserve attention: Cheese - Dairy products are high in phosphorus with high absorption and should be limited. With eggs, the white is a low-phosphorus protein while the yolk is much higher - treat them differently.

Nutrient insight

Sodium leads at 57%. Cutting sodium is not only about the salt shaker - processed foods and sauces carry a lot of it.

Other nutrients

Protein21.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine8.6 mgLow purineNot rated · category estimate
Oxalate2 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Watch dairy portions; with eggs, the yolk is phosphorus-dense while the white is not - treat them differently.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cheese safe for kidney disease?

Cheese is rated Higher risk: Sodium is 57% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Cheese rated Higher risk?

Cheese's Sodium content (1146 mg) equals 57% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Cheese?

In every 100 g of Cheese, Sodium is about 1146 mg - roughly 57% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Cheese safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Cheese falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 256 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Cheese compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Against the Dairy & Eggs average, Cheese shows more Sodium (1146 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.