American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

32%

Sodium

57%

Potassium

20%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese

Q: Is American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 316.0mg phosphorus, 1320.0mg sodium, and 393.0mg 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 potassium is in American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese?

American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese contains 393mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 20% 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

126 kcal

Protein

21.0 g

Carbs

10.5 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

316 mg

32% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1320 mg

57% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

393 mg

20% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese 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

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 14410130)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Strawberry Banana Light Nonfat Yogurt

French Vanilla French Vanilla Diabetes Care Shake

Phosphorus42 mg

Sodium76 mg

Potassium131 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 316.0mg phosphorus, 1320.0mg sodium, and 393.0mg 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 American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese contains 316mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 32% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese provides 1320mg of sodium — about 57% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese?

American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese contains 393mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 20% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given American Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese 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.