Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

69%

Sodium

78%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano

Q: Is Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano safe for people with kidney disease?

Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 694.0mg phosphorus, 1804.0mg sodium, and 92.0mg 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 Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano?

Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano contains 92mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% 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

431 kcal

Protein

38.0 g

Carbs

4.1 g

Fat

29.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

694 mg

69% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1804 mg

78% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

92 mg

5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano 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 mediterranean-foods. USDA. P + Na extreme. Sprinkle only.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

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Phosphorus42 mg

Sodium160 mg

Potassium206 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano safe for people with kidney disease?

Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 694.0mg phosphorus, 1804.0mg sodium, and 92.0mg 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 Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano?

A 100.0g serving of Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano contains 694mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 69% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano?

Per 100.0g serving, Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano provides 1804mg of sodium — about 78% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano?

Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano contains 92mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Parmesan — Parmigiano Reggiano 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.