CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

46%

Sodium

28%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Limit

Cheese, Cheddar

Q: Is Cheese, Cheddar safe for people with kidney disease?

Cheese, Cheddar is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 458.0mg phosphorus, 654.0mg sodium, and 77.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Cheese, Cheddar?

A 100.0g serving of Cheese, Cheddar contains 458mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 46% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cheese, Cheddar?

Per 100.0g serving, Cheese, Cheddar provides 654mg of sodium — about 28% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cheese, Cheddar?

Cheese, Cheddar contains 77mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% 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

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Calories

408 kcal

Protein

23.3 g

Carbs

2.4 g

Fat

34.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

458 mg

46% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

654 mg

28% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

77 mg

4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Cheese, Cheddar is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA Foundation Foods (fdc_id: 328637)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheese, Cheddar safe for people with kidney disease?

Cheese, Cheddar is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 458.0mg phosphorus, 654.0mg sodium, and 77.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Cheese, Cheddar?

A 100.0g serving of Cheese, Cheddar contains 458mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 46% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cheese, Cheddar?

Per 100.0g serving, Cheese, Cheddar provides 654mg of sodium — about 28% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cheese, Cheddar?

Cheese, Cheddar contains 77mg 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 Cheese, Cheddar?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cheese, Cheddar is rated Limit (Limit intake 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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