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Macaroni and Cheese, canned entree

Per 100 g edible portion
Dishes
ModerateOn a stage 3-4 CKD basis, Macaroni and Cheese's Moderate rating is led by Sodium (15%), placing it in the 15-25% band.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus47 mg5%
Low
Sodium302 mg15%
Moderate
Potassium84 mg4%
Low

About this food

Macaroni and Cheese (Dishes). Mixed dishes depend entirely on their ingredients and cooking method. When checking a dish, use the main ingredients as the guide and watch the sodium that sauces bring. This is the same lens used for similar items.

Nutrient insight

Macaroni and Cheese's sodium (15%) is the main risk item. Cooking plainly with less sauce can cut the per-serving sodium meaningfully.

Other nutrients

Protein3.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)0.5 gMay contain added sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Processed additive (highest absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

Worth remembering: Evaluate by the main ingredients and watch the sodium that sauces and marinated parts bring.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Macaroni and Cheese safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Macaroni and Cheese is Moderate - Sodium (15%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Macaroni and Cheese rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Macaroni and Cheese's Sodium is 302 mg, 15% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Sodium is in Macaroni and Cheese?

On a per-100 g basis, Macaroni and Cheese contains Sodium 302 mg, or 15% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Macaroni and Cheese safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Macaroni and Cheese falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 84 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Macaroni and Cheese compare to other dishes foods?

Measured against other Dishes foods, Macaroni and Cheese is less in Sodium (302 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.