Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

53%

Sodium

30%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese

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

Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 533.0mg phosphorus, 699.0mg sodium, and 116.0mg 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 potassium is in Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese?

Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese contains 116mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% 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

298 kcal

Protein

23.7 g

Carbs

4.4 g

Fat

20.4 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

533 mg

53% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

699 mg

30% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

116 mg

6% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Mozzarella Low Moisture 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 Foundation Foods (fdc_id: 329370)

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

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Phosphorus101 mg

Sodium56 mg

Potassium162 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 533.0mg phosphorus, 699.0mg sodium, and 116.0mg 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 Low Moisture Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese contains 533mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 53% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese provides 699mg of sodium — about 30% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese?

Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese contains 116mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 6% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Mozzarella Low Moisture Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Mozzarella Low Moisture 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.