Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

48%

Sodium

43%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese

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

Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 484.0mg phosphorus, 1000.0mg sodium, and 66.0mg 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 Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese?

Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese contains 66mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 3% 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

157 kcal

Protein

32.1 g

Carbs

7.1 g

Fat

0.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

484 mg

48% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1000 mg

43% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

66 mg

3% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Cheddar 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: 14104115)

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Phosphorus100 mg

Sodium30 mg

Potassium147 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 484.0mg phosphorus, 1000.0mg sodium, and 66.0mg 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 Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese contains 484mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 48% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

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

Per 100.0g serving, Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese provides 1000mg of sodium — about 43% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

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

Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese contains 66mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 3% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cheddar Nonfat Or Fat Free Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cheddar 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.