Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

15%

Sodium

12%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🍚 Grains & Starches Limit

Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)

Q: Is Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) safe for people with kidney disease?

Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 150.0mg phosphorus, 280.0mg sodium, and 80.0mg 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 potassium is in Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)?

Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) contains 80mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% 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

330 kcal

Protein

6.0 g

Carbs

52.0 g

Fat

12.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

150 mg

15% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

280 mg

12% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

80 mg

4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Limit for CKD

Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) 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

Imported from latin-foods. Tapioca + cheese.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Grains & Starches? Try these instead:

Brown With Carrots Rice

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) safe for people with kidney disease?

Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) is rated Limit for CKD patients. Limit intake if you have CKD. With 150.0mg phosphorus, 280.0mg sodium, and 80.0mg 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 Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)?

A 100.0g serving of Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) contains 150mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 15% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)?

Per 100.0g serving, Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) provides 280mg of sodium — about 12% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)?

Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) contains 80mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 4% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) 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.