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Cheese substitute, mozzarella

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskCheese substitute's Phosphorus reaches 58% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus583 mg58%
High
Sodium685 mg34%
High
Potassium455 mg23%
Moderate

About this food

How to think about Dairy & Eggs: Cheese substitute is worth a closer look - 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 substitute's phosphorus is the top contributor (58% of its limit). Source matters: animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80%, additive phosphorus near 100% - the same number can mean very different real loads.

Other nutrients

Protein11.5 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)23.7 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

Practical tip: 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 substitute safe for kidney disease?

By our rating standard (CKD stage 3-4), Cheese substitute is Higher risk. Main consideration: Phosphorus at 58% of the daily limit. Data is for reference; consult your care team.

Why is Cheese substitute rated Higher risk?

Cheese substitute is rated Higher risk because Phosphorus is 58% of its limit (583 mg) - the only mineral reaching the >30% range.

How much Phosphorus is in Cheese substitute?

Per 100 g, Cheese substitute contains Phosphorus 583 mg, which is 58% of the CKD stage 3-4 daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Cheese substitute safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium diet, Cheese substitute exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g reference point, providing 455 mg of Potassium. Treat this as a reference - your stage and labs decide the real target.

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

Compared with the typical Dairy & Eggs food, Cheese substitute has more Phosphorus - 583 mg per 100 g on record. Ratings on this site always use the food's own measured values.