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Cheese, mexican, queso anejo

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cheese is rated Higher risk - Sodium exceeds 57% of its limit, past the 30% warning line.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus444 mg44%
High
Sodium1131 mg57%
High
Potassium87 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

Cheese's sodium is 57% of the limit, the highest of the three. Herbs and lemon are practical salt substitutes.

Other nutrients

Protein21.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.6 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 handy approach - 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 Higher risk. Main consideration: Sodium at 57% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Cheese rated Higher risk?

Cheese is rated Higher risk because Sodium is 57% of its limit (1131 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Sodium is in Cheese?

Data: 100 g of Cheese has Sodium 1131 mg (57% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Cheese safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Cheese falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 87 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Cheese compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Next to other Dairy & Eggs options, Cheese carries more Sodium at 1131 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.