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Cheese sauce, prepared from recipe

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
ModerateBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Cheese sauce is rated Moderate - Sodium is the top contributor at 25% of its limit, within the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus229 mg23%
Moderate
Sodium493 mg25%
Moderate
Potassium142 mg7%
Low

About this food

Cheese sauce 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

From the sodium angle (25%), Cheese sauce must fit inside your daily sodium budget.

Other nutrients

Protein10.3 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.2 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 sauce safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Cheese sauce is Moderate. Main consideration: Sodium at 25% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Cheese sauce rated Moderate?

Cheese sauce is rated Moderate because Sodium is 25% of its limit (493 mg) - the only mineral reaching the 15-25% range.

How much Sodium is in Cheese sauce?

Per 100 g, Cheese sauce provides Sodium 493 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (25%).

Is Cheese sauce safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Cheese sauce falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 142 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

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

Within Dairy & Eggs, Cheese sauce ranks more on Sodium (493 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.