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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

49%

Sodium

Potassium

36%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Cheese, Paneer

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

Cheese, Paneer is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 490.0mg phosphorus, 185.0mg sodium, and 728.0mg 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 phosphorus is in Cheese, Paneer?

A 100.0g serving of Cheese, Paneer contains 490mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 49% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cheese, Paneer?

Per 100.0g serving, Cheese, Paneer provides 185mg of sodium — about 8% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cheese, Paneer?

Cheese, Paneer contains 728mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 36% 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

299 kcal

Protein

15.9 g

Carbs

22.5 g

Fat

15.5 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

490 mg

49% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

185 mg

8% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

728 mg

36% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Cheese, Paneer 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: 14110050)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheese, Paneer safe for people with kidney disease?

Cheese, Paneer is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 490.0mg phosphorus, 185.0mg sodium, and 728.0mg 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 Cheese, Paneer?

A 100.0g serving of Cheese, Paneer contains 490mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 49% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cheese, Paneer?

Per 100.0g serving, Cheese, Paneer provides 185mg of sodium — about 8% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cheese, Paneer?

Cheese, Paneer contains 728mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 36% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cheese, Paneer?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cheese, Paneer 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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