Mexican Blend Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

44%

Sodium

31%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Mexican Blend Cheese

Q: Is Mexican Blend Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Mexican Blend Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 438.0mg phosphorus, 710.0mg sodium, and 93.0mg 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 Mexican Blend Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Mexican Blend Cheese contains 438mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 44% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Mexican Blend Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Mexican Blend Cheese provides 710mg of sodium — about 31% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Mexican Blend Cheese?

Mexican Blend Cheese contains 93mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 5% 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

362 kcal

Protein

21.9 g

Carbs

2.4 g

Fat

29.3 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

438 mg

44% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

710 mg

31% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

93 mg

5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Mexican Blend 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: 14120010)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Safe

Strawberry Advanced Nutrition Shake

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Phosphorus97 mg

Sodium69 mg

Potassium139 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mexican Blend Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Mexican Blend Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 438.0mg phosphorus, 710.0mg sodium, and 93.0mg 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 Mexican Blend Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Mexican Blend Cheese contains 438mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 44% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Mexican Blend Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Mexican Blend Cheese provides 710mg of sodium — about 31% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Mexican Blend Cheese?

Mexican Blend Cheese contains 93mg 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 Mexican Blend Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Mexican Blend 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.