Pasteurized Process American Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

54%

Sodium

72%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Pasteurized Process American Cheese

Q: Is Pasteurized Process American Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Pasteurized Process American Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 540.0mg phosphorus, 1660.0mg sodium, and 149.0mg 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 Pasteurized Process American Cheese?

Pasteurized Process American Cheese contains 149mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% 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

366 kcal

Protein

18.0 g

Carbs

5.3 g

Fat

30.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

540 mg

54% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

1660 mg

72% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

149 mg

7% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Pasteurized Process American 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: 325198)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pasteurized Process American Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Pasteurized Process American Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 540.0mg phosphorus, 1660.0mg sodium, and 149.0mg 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 Pasteurized Process American Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Pasteurized Process American Cheese contains 540mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 54% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Pasteurized Process American Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Pasteurized Process American Cheese provides 1660mg of sodium — about 72% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Pasteurized Process American Cheese?

Pasteurized Process American Cheese contains 149mg of potassium per 100.0g serving, equivalent to about 7% of the daily 2,000mg potassium limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Can dialysis patients eat Pasteurized Process American Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Pasteurized Process American 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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