Cottage Cheese (4% fat) — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

16%

Sodium

16%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥛 Dairy Avoid

Cottage Cheese (4% fat)

Q: Is Cottage Cheese (4% fat) safe for people with kidney disease?

Cottage Cheese (4% fat) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 159.0mg phosphorus, 364.0mg sodium, and 104.0mg 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 Cottage Cheese (4% fat)?

A 100.0g serving of Cottage Cheese (4% fat) contains 159mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 16% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Cottage Cheese (4% fat)?

Per 100.0g serving, Cottage Cheese (4% fat) provides 364mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Cottage Cheese (4% fat)?

Cottage Cheese (4% fat) contains 104mg 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

5gram ← drag to adjust → 500gram

Calories

98 kcal

Protein

11.0 g

Carbs

3.0 g

Fat

4.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

159 mg

16% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

364 mg

16% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

104 mg

5% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Cottage Cheese (4% fat) 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

Imported from american-foods. Salt-loaded.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Dairy? Try these instead:

Butter — French Cultured

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cottage Cheese (4% fat) safe for people with kidney disease?

Cottage Cheese (4% fat) is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 159.0mg phosphorus, 364.0mg sodium, and 104.0mg 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 Cottage Cheese (4% fat)?

A 100.0g serving of Cottage Cheese (4% fat) contains 159mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 16% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Cottage Cheese (4% fat)?

Per 100.0g serving, Cottage Cheese (4% fat) provides 364mg of sodium — about 16% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Cottage Cheese (4% fat)?

Cottage Cheese (4% fat) contains 104mg 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 Cottage Cheese (4% fat)?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Cottage Cheese (4% fat) 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.