Mac and Cheese (Kraft) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

25%

Sodium

25%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Avoid

Mac and Cheese (Kraft)

Q: Is Mac and Cheese (Kraft) safe for people with kidney disease?

Mac and Cheese (Kraft) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 250.0mg phosphorus, 580.0mg sodium, and 150.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Mac and Cheese (Kraft)?

A 100.0g serving of Mac and Cheese (Kraft) contains 250mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 25% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Mac and Cheese (Kraft)?

Per 100.0g serving, Mac and Cheese (Kraft) provides 580mg of sodium — about 25% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Mac and Cheese (Kraft)?

Mac and Cheese (Kraft) contains 150mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

350 kcal

Protein

11.0 g

Carbs

50.0 g

Fat

12.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

250 mg

25% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

580 mg

25% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

150 mg

8% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Mac and Cheese (Kraft) contains levels that significantly exceed CKD-friendly thresholds. Avoid this food regularly. If you must eat it (e.g., on a special occasion), keep portions tiny and adjust the rest of your day accordingly.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

Imported from american-foods. Iconic blue box.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

Gluten Free Cake Or Cake

Vanilla With Caramel Coconut Cookie

Phosphorus76 mg

Sodium182 mg

Potassium195 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mac and Cheese (Kraft) safe for people with kidney disease?

Mac and Cheese (Kraft) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 250.0mg phosphorus, 580.0mg sodium, and 150.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, it is best avoided or eaten only on special occasions. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Mac and Cheese (Kraft)?

A 100.0g serving of Mac and Cheese (Kraft) contains 250mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 25% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Mac and Cheese (Kraft)?

Per 100.0g serving, Mac and Cheese (Kraft) provides 580mg of sodium — about 25% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Mac and Cheese (Kraft)?

Mac and Cheese (Kraft) contains 150mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 8% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Mac and Cheese (Kraft)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Mac and Cheese (Kraft) is rated Avoid (Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.