Ricotta — Fresh is Avoid for kidney disease patients
Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD · Verified against USDA & KDOQI guidelines.
Ricotta — Fresh — kidney-friendly food
CKD Daily Limit Impact
Phosphorus
16%
Sodium
4%
Potassium
5%
Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits
🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Ricotta — Fresh

Nutrition facts & CKD safety rating per 100gram serving

Serving Size 100.0 gram
5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram
Calories
174 kcal
Protein
11.0 g
Carbs
3.0 g
Fat
13.0 g
Phosphorus Learn more →
158 mg
16% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit
84 mg
4% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit
Potassium Learn more →
105 mg
5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit
Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Ricotta — Fresh 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 italian-foods. USDA. For lasagne + cannoli.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ricotta — Fresh safe for people with kidney disease?
Ricotta — Fresh is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 158.0mg phosphorus, 84.0mg sodium, and 105.0mg 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 Ricotta — Fresh?
A 100.0g serving of Ricotta — Fresh contains 158mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 16% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.
How much sodium is in Ricotta — Fresh?
Per 100.0g serving, Ricotta — Fresh provides 84mg of sodium — about 4% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.
How much potassium is in Ricotta — Fresh?
Ricotta — Fresh 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 Ricotta — Fresh?
Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Ricotta — Fresh 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: May 24, 2026 · Data source: USDA FoodData Central & KDOQI guidelines