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Parmesan cheese topping, fat free

Per 100 g edible portion
Dairy & Eggs
Higher riskParmesan cheese topping's Phosphorus reaches 70% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus700 mg70%
High
Sodium1150 mg57%
High
Potassium600 mg30%
High

About this food

How to think about Dairy & Eggs: Parmesan cheese topping 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

Parmesan cheese topping's phosphorus is 70% of the limit, from Animal source (higher absorption). On a phosphorus-restricted diet, limit how often and how much you eat it.

Other nutrients

Protein40 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber0 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)1.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
Purine2.5 mgLow 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

A handy approach - 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 Parmesan cheese topping safe for kidney disease?

Parmesan cheese topping scores Higher risk on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Phosphorus (70% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Parmesan cheese topping rated Higher risk?

The reason: Phosphorus (700 mg, 70%) is the most prominent of Parmesan cheese topping's three minerals, at the >30% level, which maps to Higher risk.

How much Phosphorus is in Parmesan cheese topping?

Data: 100 g of Parmesan cheese topping has Phosphorus 700 mg (70% of the 1,000 mg limit).

Is Parmesan cheese topping safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Parmesan cheese topping exceeds the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 600 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Parmesan cheese topping compare to other dairy & eggs foods?

Next to other Dairy & Eggs options, Parmesan cheese topping carries more Phosphorus at 700 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.