CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

35%

Sodium

35%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Fontina Cheese

Q: Is Fontina Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Fontina Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 346.0mg phosphorus, 800.0mg sodium, and 64.0mg 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 Fontina Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Fontina Cheese contains 346mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 35% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Fontina Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Fontina Cheese provides 800mg of sodium — about 35% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Fontina Cheese?

Fontina Cheese contains 64mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 3% 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

389 kcal

Protein

25.6 g

Carbs

1.6 g

Fat

31.1 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

346 mg

35% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

800 mg

35% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

64 mg

3% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Fontina 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

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 14104600)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fontina Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Fontina Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 346.0mg phosphorus, 800.0mg sodium, and 64.0mg 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 Fontina Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Fontina Cheese contains 346mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 35% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Fontina Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Fontina Cheese provides 800mg of sodium — about 35% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Fontina Cheese?

Fontina Cheese contains 64mg 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 Fontina Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Fontina 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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