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Cheese product, pasteurized process, American, vitamin D fortified

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskUsing CKD stage 3-4 limits, Cheese product falls in the Higher risk tier - Phosphorus (77%) is the main risk source.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus768 mg77%
High
Sodium1279 mg64%
High
Potassium295 mg15%
Low

About this food

About Cheese product: 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. As a Dairy & Eggs item, its role in a kidney diet depends mainly on mineral content.

Nutrient insight

On the phosphorus angle (77%), Cheese product belongs in the watch category. Pairing it with low-phosphorus sides like white rice or egg whites balances the meal.

Other nutrients

Protein16.1 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)6.2 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

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 product safe for kidney disease?

Cheese product scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (77% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Cheese product rated Higher risk?

The reason: Phosphorus (768 mg, 77%) is the most prominent of Cheese product's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Cheese product?

Per 100 g, Cheese product provides Phosphorus 768 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 1,000 mg (77%).

Is Cheese product safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Cheese product falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 295 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Cheese product compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Within Dairy & Eggs, Cheese product ranks more on Phosphorus (768 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.