Colby Jack Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

46%

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 464.0mg phosphorus, 633.0mg sodium, and 105.0mg 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 464mg 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 Colby Jack Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Colby Jack Cheese provides 633mg 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 105mg 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

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Calories

393 kcal

Protein

23.2 g

Carbs

2.2 g

Fat

32.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

464 mg

46% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

633 mg

28% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

105 mg

5% 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 FNDDS (foodCode: 14104250)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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

Safe

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Phosphorus76 mg

Sodium115 mg

Potassium79 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 464.0mg phosphorus, 633.0mg sodium, and 105.0mg 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 464mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 46% 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 633mg 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 105mg 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 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.