Manchego — 12 month aged is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Manchego — 12 month aged — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
48%
Sodium
40%
Potassium
4%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Manchego — 12 month aged

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
420 kcal
Protein
29.0 g
Carbs
1.0 g
Fat
34.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
480 mg
48% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
920 mg
40% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
80 mg
4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Manchego — 12 month aged 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 spanish-foods.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manchego — 12 month aged safe for people with kidney disease?
Manchego — 12 month aged is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 480.0mg phosphorus, 920.0mg sodium, and 80.0mg 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 Manchego — 12 month aged?
A 100.0g serving of Manchego — 12 month aged contains 480mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 48% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Manchego — 12 month aged?
Per 100.0g serving, Manchego — 12 month aged provides 920mg of sodium — about 40% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Manchego — 12 month aged?
Manchego — 12 month aged contains 80mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Manchego — 12 month aged?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Manchego — 12 month aged 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.

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Last updated: June 2, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines