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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

48%

Sodium

28%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Limit

Colby-Jack Cheese

Q: Is Colby-Jack Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Colby-Jack Cheese is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 476.0mg phosphorus, 643.0mg sodium, and 48.0mg 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 Colby-Jack Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Colby-Jack Cheese contains 476mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 48% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Colby-Jack Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Colby-Jack Cheese provides 643mg of sodium — about 28% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Colby-Jack Cheese?

Colby-Jack Cheese contains 48mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 2% 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

286 kcal

Protein

23.8 g

Carbs

0.0 g

Fat

21.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

476 mg

48% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

643 mg

28% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

48 mg

2% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Colby-Jack Cheese 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 Branded (fdc_id: 1663296) · Sargento Foods Inc

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Phosphorus85 mg

Sodium56 mg

Potassium186 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colby-Jack Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Colby-Jack Cheese is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 476.0mg phosphorus, 643.0mg sodium, and 48.0mg 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 Colby-Jack Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Colby-Jack Cheese contains 476mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 48% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Colby-Jack Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Colby-Jack Cheese provides 643mg of sodium — about 28% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Colby-Jack Cheese?

Colby-Jack Cheese contains 48mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 2% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Colby-Jack Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Colby-Jack Cheese 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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