Mozzarella — Fresh — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

35%

Sodium

27%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Mozzarella — Fresh

Q: Is Mozzarella — Fresh safe for people with kidney disease?

Mozzarella — Fresh is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 354.0mg phosphorus, 627.0mg sodium, and 76.0mg 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 — Fresh?

A 100.0g serving of Mozzarella — Fresh contains 354mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 35% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Mozzarella — Fresh?

Per 100.0g serving, Mozzarella — Fresh provides 627mg of sodium — about 27% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Mozzarella — Fresh?

Mozzarella — Fresh contains 76mg 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

300 kcal

Protein

22.0 g

Carbs

2.2 g

Fat

22.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

354 mg

35% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

627 mg

27% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

76 mg

4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Mozzarella — Fresh 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 mediterranean-foods. USDA. ⭐ Lower-Na than feta.

Kidney-Friendly Alternatives

Looking for safer choices in Meat & Protein? Try these instead:

Safe

Iced Cafe Mocha Iced Cafe Mocha All-in-one Nutritional Shake

Iced Coffee Iced Coffee Protein Shakes

Low Fat Milk Plain Yogurt

Silk Soymilk Original 2pk/64oz Extended Shelf Life

Phosphorus96 mg

Sodium38 mg

Potassium146 mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mozzarella — Fresh safe for people with kidney disease?

Mozzarella — Fresh is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 354.0mg phosphorus, 627.0mg sodium, and 76.0mg 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 — Fresh?

A 100.0g serving of Mozzarella — Fresh contains 354mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 35% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Mozzarella — Fresh?

Per 100.0g serving, Mozzarella — Fresh provides 627mg of sodium — about 27% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Mozzarella — Fresh?

Mozzarella — Fresh contains 76mg 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 Mozzarella — Fresh?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Mozzarella — Fresh 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.