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Cheese, gjetost

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Cheese's Higher risk rating is driven by Potassium (70%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus444 mg44%
High
Sodium600 mg30%
High
Potassium1409 mg70%
High

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

Cheese's potassium reaches 70% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein9.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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?

Cheese scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (70% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Cheese rated Higher risk?

The reason: Potassium (1409 mg, 70%) is the most prominent of Cheese's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Potassium is in Cheese?

Cheese's Potassium content is 1409 mg per 100 g - 70% 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 exceeds 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 1409 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 Potassium (1409 mg per 100 g) is more than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.