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CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

Sodium

41%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Head Cheese

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

Head Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 56.0mg phosphorus, 941.0mg sodium, and 31.0mg 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 Head Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Head Cheese contains 56mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 6% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Head Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Head Cheese provides 941mg of sodium — about 41% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Head Cheese?

Head Cheese contains 31mg 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

157 kcal

Protein

13.8 g

Carbs

0.0 g

Fat

10.9 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

56 mg

6% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

941 mg

41% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

31 mg

2% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Head 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: 25220910)

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Phosphorus16 mg

Sodium53 mg

Potassium82 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Head Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Head Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 56.0mg phosphorus, 941.0mg sodium, and 31.0mg 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 Head Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Head Cheese contains 56mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 6% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Head Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Head Cheese provides 941mg of sodium — about 41% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Head Cheese?

Head Cheese contains 31mg 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 Head Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Head 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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