Light Cream Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

25%

Sodium

21%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Limit

Light Cream Cheese

Q: Is Light Cream Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Light Cream Cheese is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 246.0mg phosphorus, 479.0mg sodium, and 176.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

Q: How much phosphorus is in Light Cream Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Light Cream Cheese contains 246mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 25% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Light Cream Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Light Cream Cheese provides 479mg of sodium — about 21% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Light Cream Cheese?

Light Cream Cheese contains 176mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% 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

264 kcal

Protein

9.1 g

Carbs

5.6 g

Fat

22.7 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

246 mg

25% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

479 mg

21% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

176 mg

9% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Light Cream Cheese is high in one or more restricted minerals. If you have CKD Stage 3 or higher, eat small portions only and avoid combining it with other high-mineral foods on the same day.

Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian — individual CKD stages and lab values vary.

Source & Notes

USDA FNDDS (foodCode: 14303010)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Phosphorus92 mg

Sodium50 mg

Potassium167 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Light Cream Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Light Cream Cheese is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 246.0mg phosphorus, 479.0mg sodium, and 176.0mg potassium per 100.0g serving, you should keep portion sizes small and not eat it daily. Always confirm with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How much phosphorus is in Light Cream Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Light Cream Cheese contains 246mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 25% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Light Cream Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Light Cream Cheese provides 479mg of sodium — about 21% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Light Cream Cheese?

Light Cream Cheese contains 176mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Light Cream Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Light Cream Cheese is rated Limit (Limit intake if you have CKD), dialysis patients should consult their dietitian before consuming this food. Your dialysis team can give you personalised portion advice.