Parmesan Grated Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

63%

Sodium

76%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Parmesan Grated Cheese

Q: Is Parmesan Grated Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Parmesan Grated Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 634.0mg phosphorus, 1750.0mg sodium, and 184.0mg 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 Parmesan Grated Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Parmesan Grated Cheese contains 634mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 63% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Parmesan Grated Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Parmesan Grated Cheese provides 1750mg of sodium — about 76% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Parmesan Grated Cheese?

Parmesan Grated Cheese contains 184mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% 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

421 kcal

Protein

29.6 g

Carbs

12.4 g

Fat

28.0 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

634 mg

63% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1750 mg

76% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

184 mg

9% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Parmesan Grated 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: 325036)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parmesan Grated Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Parmesan Grated Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 634.0mg phosphorus, 1750.0mg sodium, and 184.0mg 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 Parmesan Grated Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Parmesan Grated Cheese contains 634mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 63% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Parmesan Grated Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Parmesan Grated Cheese provides 1750mg of sodium — about 76% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Parmesan Grated Cheese?

Parmesan Grated Cheese contains 184mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 9% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Parmesan Grated Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Parmesan Grated 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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