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Ham and cheese spread

Per 100 g edible portion
Meat & Protein
Higher riskOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Ham and cheese spread's Higher risk rating is driven by Sodium (60%), above the 30% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus495 mg50%
High
Sodium1197 mg60%
High
Potassium162 mg8%
Low

About this food

Ham and cheese spread (Meat & Protein). Animal proteins tend to be higher in phosphorus, and animal phosphorus absorbs at 60-80% versus 30-50% for plants. Choosing low-phosphorus proteins such as egg whites or tofu, or controlling portions of red meat, is a common CKD approach. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Ham and cheese spread's sodium (60%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein16.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine69.4 mgModerate purineNot rated · category estimate
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Animal source (higher absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Boiling meat first and discarding the water removes some phosphorus and potassium; prefer low-phosphorus proteins like egg whites.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ham and cheese spread safe for kidney disease?

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

Why is Ham and cheese spread rated Higher risk?

Simply put: among Ham and cheese spread's three minerals, Sodium is highest (1197 mg, 60%), and by the tier rule (>30%) the result is Higher risk.

How much Sodium is in Ham and cheese spread?

On a per-100 g basis, Ham and cheese spread contains Sodium 1197 mg, or 60% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Ham and cheese spread safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Ham and cheese spread falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 162 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Ham and cheese spread compare to other meat & protein foods?

Measured against other Meat & Protein foods, Ham and cheese spread is more in Sodium (1197 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.