Cream Cheese, Fat Free — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

52%

Sodium

31%

Potassium

14%

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Cream Cheese, Fat Free

Q: Is Cream Cheese, Fat Free safe for people with kidney disease?

Cream Cheese, Fat Free is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 523.0mg phosphorus, 702.0mg sodium, and 278.0mg 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 Cream Cheese, Fat Free?

A 100.0g serving of Cream Cheese, Fat Free contains 523mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 52% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cream Cheese, Fat Free?

Per 100.0g serving, Cream Cheese, Fat Free provides 702mg of sodium — about 31% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cream Cheese, Fat Free?

Cream Cheese, Fat Free contains 278mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 14% 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

105 kcal

Protein

15.7 g

Carbs

7.7 g

Fat

1.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

523 mg

52% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

702 mg

31% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

278 mg

14% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Cream Cheese, Fat Free 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: 14410380)

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Phosphorus88 mg

Sodium47 mg

Potassium135 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cream Cheese, Fat Free safe for people with kidney disease?

Cream Cheese, Fat Free is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 523.0mg phosphorus, 702.0mg sodium, and 278.0mg 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 Cream Cheese, Fat Free?

A 100.0g serving of Cream Cheese, Fat Free contains 523mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 52% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cream Cheese, Fat Free?

Per 100.0g serving, Cream Cheese, Fat Free provides 702mg of sodium — about 31% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cream Cheese, Fat Free?

Cream Cheese, Fat Free contains 278mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 14% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Cream Cheese, Fat Free?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cream Cheese, Fat Free 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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