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Cheese, cottage, lowfat, 1% milkfat, with vegetables

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cheese is rated Moderate - Sodium is the top contributor at 20% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus128 mg13%
Low
Sodium403 mg20%
Moderate
Potassium86 mg4%
Low

About this food

Cheese belongs to the Dairy & Eggs category. 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

From the sodium angle (20%), Cheese must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein10.9 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3 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?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Cheese is Moderate. Main consideration: Sodium at 20% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Cheese rated Moderate?

Cheese is rated Moderate because Sodium is 20% of its limit (403 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Sodium is in Cheese?

Per 100 g, Cheese provides Sodium 403 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (20%).

Is Cheese safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Cheese falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 86 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 less on Sodium (403 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.