Feta Cheese is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Feta Cheese — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
34%
Sodium
49%
Potassium
3%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Feta Cheese

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
264 kcal
Protein
14.0 g
Carbs
4.0 g
Fat
21.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
337 mg
34% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
1116 mg
49% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
62 mg
3% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Feta Cheese 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

Imported from mediterranean-foods. USDA. Greek sheep cheese.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Feta Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?
Feta Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 337.0mg phosphorus, 1116.0mg sodium, and 62.0mg 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 Feta Cheese?
A 100.0g serving of Feta Cheese contains 337mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 34% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Feta Cheese?
Per 100.0g serving, Feta Cheese provides 1116mg of sodium — about 49% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Feta Cheese?
Feta Cheese contains 62mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 3% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
Can dialysis patients eat Feta Cheese?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Feta Cheese 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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Last updated: June 2, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines