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Cheese spread, pasteurized process, American

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskCheese spread receives a Higher risk rating. Phosphorus (88%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus875 mg88%
High
Sodium1625 mg81%
High
Potassium242 mg12%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Dairy & Eggs deserve attention: Cheese spread - 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 spread's phosphorus (88%) is worth noting - especially with Animal source (higher absorption) as the source, since absorption differs a lot.

Other nutrients

Protein16.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)7.3 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

Worth remembering: 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 spread safe for kidney disease?

Cheese spread is rated Higher risk: Phosphorus is 88% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Cheese spread rated Higher risk?

Cheese spread's Phosphorus content (875 mg) equals 88% of the limit, sitting in the >30% band - that is why it rates Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Cheese spread?

On a per-100 g basis, Cheese spread contains Phosphorus 875 mg, or 88% of the 1,000 mg daily limit.

Is Cheese spread safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Cheese spread falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 242 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

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

Measured against other Dairy & Eggs foods, Cheese spread is more in Phosphorus (875 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.