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Cheese, swiss, low sodium

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskCheese receives a Higher risk rating. Phosphorus (60%) clearly exceeds the safe band - restrict or follow medical advice.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus605 mg60%
High
Sodium14 mg<1%
Low
Potassium111 mg6%
Low

About this food

In a CKD diet, Dairy & Eggs deserve attention: Cheese - 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 60%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Animal source (higher absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein28.4 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.3 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

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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Cheese is Higher risk, with risk mainly coming from Phosphorus (60%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Cheese rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Cheese's three minerals, Phosphorus is highest (605 mg, 60%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Cheese?

In every 100 g of Cheese, Phosphorus is about 605 mg - roughly 60% 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 111 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 (605 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.