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Cheese, brick

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskFrom a daily-limit view, Cheese lands in the Higher risk band: Phosphorus is 45% - clearly high, handle with care.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus451 mg45%
High
Sodium560 mg28%
High
Potassium136 mg7%
Low

About this food

For Dairy & Eggs, Cheese is a typical example. 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

On the phosphorus angle (45%), Cheese belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.

Other nutrients

Protein23.2 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

A common practice is: 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?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cheese is rated Higher risk - Phosphorus is the highest contributor at 45% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Cheese rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Cheese's Phosphorus is highest (451 mg, 45% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Phosphorus is in Cheese?

Per 100 g, Cheese provides Phosphorus 451 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (45%).

Is Cheese safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Cheese falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 136 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Cheese compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Within Dairy & Eggs, Cheese ranks more on Phosphorus (451 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.