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Cheese, mozzarella, low sodium

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskCheese is rated Higher risk. Phosphorus is 52% of its limit, beyond the safe line - individual cases need medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus524 mg52%
High
Sodium16 mg<1%
Low
Potassium95 mg5%
Low

About this food

Cheese sits in the Dairy & Eggs group. 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

Phosphorus leads at 52%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein27.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.2 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

How to eat it more safely: 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 is rated Higher risk: Phosphorus is 52% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Cheese rated Higher risk?

Cheese's Phosphorus content (524 mg) equals 52% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Cheese?

In every 100 g of Cheese, Phosphorus is about 524 mg - roughly 52% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Cheese safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Cheese falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 95 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Cheese compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Against the Dairy & Eggs average, Cheese shows more Phosphorus (524 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.