CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

35%

Sodium

37%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Camembert

Q: Is Camembert safe for people with kidney disease?

Camembert is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 347.0mg phosphorus, 842.0mg sodium, and 187.0mg 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 Camembert?

A 100.0g serving of Camembert contains 347mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 35% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Camembert?

Per 100.0g serving, Camembert provides 842mg of sodium — about 37% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Camembert?

Camembert contains 187mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% 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

300 kcal

Protein

20.0 g

Carbs

0.5 g

Fat

24.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

347 mg

35% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

842 mg

37% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

187 mg

9% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Camembert 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 french-foods. USDA. Normandy AOP.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Meat & Protein? Try these instead:

Safe

Dry Mix Water Hot Chocolate / Cocoa

Health Nutrition Shake

Creamy Chocolate Fudge Flavored Nutritional Shake

Vanilla Vanilla Original Protein 9 G Nutritional Shake

Phosphorus131 mg

Sodium97 mg

Potassium156 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Camembert safe for people with kidney disease?

Camembert is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 347.0mg phosphorus, 842.0mg sodium, and 187.0mg 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 Camembert?

A 100.0g serving of Camembert contains 347mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 35% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Camembert?

Per 100.0g serving, Camembert provides 842mg of sodium — about 37% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Camembert?

Camembert contains 187mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Camembert?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Camembert 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.