Mozzarella Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

52%

Sodium

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Mozzarella Cheese

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

Mozzarella Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 524.0mg phosphorus, 16.0mg sodium, and 95.0mg 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 Mozzarella Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Mozzarella Cheese contains 524mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 52% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Mozzarella Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Mozzarella Cheese provides 16mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Mozzarella Cheese?

Mozzarella Cheese contains 95mg 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

280 kcal

Protein

27.5 g

Carbs

3.1 g

Fat

17.1 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

524 mg

52% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

16 mg

1% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

95 mg

5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Mozzarella 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: 14107040)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mozzarella Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Mozzarella Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 524.0mg phosphorus, 16.0mg sodium, and 95.0mg 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 Mozzarella Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Mozzarella Cheese contains 524mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 52% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Mozzarella Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Mozzarella Cheese provides 16mg of sodium — about 1% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Mozzarella Cheese?

Mozzarella Cheese contains 95mg 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 Mozzarella Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Mozzarella 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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