Pepper Jack Cheese — kidney-friendly food

CKD Daily Limit Impact

Phosphorus

38%

Sodium

39%

Potassium

Based on CKD Stage 3-4 daily limits

🥩 Meat & Protein Avoid

Pepper Jack Cheese

Q: Is Pepper Jack Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Pepper Jack Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 381.0mg phosphorus, 905.0mg sodium, and 71.0mg 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 Pepper Jack Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Pepper Jack Cheese contains 381mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 38% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

Q: How much sodium is in Pepper Jack Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Pepper Jack Cheese provides 905mg of sodium — about 39% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

Q: How much potassium is in Pepper Jack Cheese?

Pepper Jack Cheese contains 71mg 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

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Calories

333 kcal

Protein

19.0 g

Carbs

4.8 g

Fat

28.6 g

Phosphorus Learn more →

381 mg

38% of 1,000mg daily CKD limit

Sodium Learn more →

905 mg

39% of 2,300mg daily CKD limit

Potassium Learn more →

71 mg

4% of 2,000mg daily CKD limit

Verdict: Avoid for CKD

Pepper Jack 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 Branded (fdc_id: 2070859) · The Federated Group, Inc.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pepper Jack Cheese safe for people with kidney disease?

Pepper Jack Cheese is rated Avoid for CKD patients. Avoid or eat rarely if you have CKD. With 381.0mg phosphorus, 905.0mg sodium, and 71.0mg 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 Pepper Jack Cheese?

A 100.0g serving of Pepper Jack Cheese contains 381mg of phosphorus, which is approximately 38% of the recommended 1,000mg daily limit for CKD Stage 3-4 patients.

How much sodium is in Pepper Jack Cheese?

Per 100.0g serving, Pepper Jack Cheese provides 905mg of sodium — about 39% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit recommended for kidney patients.

How much potassium is in Pepper Jack Cheese?

Pepper Jack Cheese contains 71mg 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 Pepper Jack Cheese?

Dialysis patients have stricter mineral limits. Given Pepper Jack 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.