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Cheese, cream

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Cheese's Moderate rating is led by Sodium (16%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus107 mg11%
Low
Sodium314 mg16%
Moderate
Potassium132 mg7%
Low

About this food

Cheese (Dairy & Eggs). 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. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Sodium at 16% stands out. For patients with high blood pressure or swelling, foods like this need extra caution.

Other nutrients

Protein6.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)3.8 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

If you are managing mineral intake: 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Cheese is Moderate, with risk mainly coming from Sodium (16%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Cheese rated Moderate?

Simply put: among Cheese's three minerals, Sodium is highest (314 mg, 16%), and by the tier rule (15-25%) the result is Moderate.

How much Sodium is in Cheese?

Cheese's Sodium content is 314 mg per 100 g - 16% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Cheese safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Cheese falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 132 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Cheese compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

How does Cheese compare within Dairy & Eggs? Its Sodium (314 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.